BRENTWOOD, CA - AUGUST 17: Contra Costa County Fire battalion chief Bob Atlas monitors a grass fire burning on a hillside along Marsh Creek … Contra Costa grass fire under control. It’s being dubbed the “Holland Tract Fire” and has burned at least 40 acres and is 0% contained at last check. Just before 2:40 p.m., Contra Costa County Fire Protection District firefighters learned of an eight-by-ten-foot patch of flames seen near eastbound Hwy. East of Rodeo in Contra Costa County is 225 acres and 50% contained. PITTSBURG, CA --A 25-acre, 2-alarm grass fire is mostly contained this afternoon in unincorporated Contra Costa County, a fire captain said. Since Saturday  the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District, which officials have said is extremely understaffed with just three of six  fire stations open,  responded to more than 30 fires, officials said. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! On Sunday, a rekindle in the 4800 block of Holland Tract Road in Knightsen of a fireworks-caused 30-acre vegetation fire Saturday scorched another 44 acres before it was brought under control, officials said. Crews are getting a better handle on a fast-moving grass fire near an Oakley neighborhood Tuesday afternoon. RODEA (CBS SF) — Cal Fire and Contra Costa Fire units have reached 50 percent containment on a grass fire that burned close to a Rodeo tank farm Monday afternoon east of I-80, according to fire officials. 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He began his Oakland Tribune career in September 1965 as a 17-year-old copyboy. A brush fire burns east of I-80 in Rodeo on Monday. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, Calif. -- Evacuations have been lifted along Holland Tract Road in unincorporated Contra Costa County as firefighters put out the last remains of a vegetation fire … By viewing our video content, you are accepting the terms of our. Contra Costa County Fire reported that the fire was burning between the Cummings Skyway and Willow and had already consumed 60 acres as of shortly after 3 p.m. Cummings Skyway was closed by the fire. #AlcoFire Today at 1:17 PM, ALCO FF’s responded to Byron Rd and Mountain House Rd for a 140-acre fire on the Alameda County/Contra Costa County line. OAKLEY — Firefighters have apparently stopped forward progress on a fast-moving grass fire Tuesday afternoon that spurred evacuation orders for residents of a neighborhood, authorities said. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group), OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: An East Contra Costa County fire truck rides past burned fields caused by a vegetation fire after is was extinguished near the homes on East Cypress Road and East Summer Lake Drive in Oakley, Calif., on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. As of around 7 p.m., Cal Fire was reporting the fire remained 50 percent contained at approximately 225 acres. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group), OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: An East Contra Costa Fire Protection District firefighter hoses down hot spots on a vegetation fire near the homes on East Cypress Road and East Summer Lake Drive in Oakley, Calif., on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. The fire was declared contained at 9:21 p.m.. Realtime broadcasting air quality information on your phone for more than 180 countries. Photo provided by Contra Costa County Fire Engine 81 arrived on scene to find a half acre of tules and grass on fire and with difficulty accessing the fire, a total of 8-egines were dispatched. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group), OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: An East Contra Costa Fire Protection District firefighetr monitors a vegetation fire after it was extinguished near the homes on East Cypress Road and East Summer Lake Drive in Oakley, Calif., on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. These stunning NASA satellite images capture 2020’s extreme climate events The fire was burning in the area of Highway 12 and Highway 113, near Rio Vista. (CBSO. His first newspaper job was as a Washington Post paperboy. In an alert just before 12:40 p.m., Contra Costa County’s community warning system called for immediate evacuation near the Summer Lake neighborhood and along Sandmound Boulevard. Sunday’s fire, which was driven by winds, erupted about 3:28 p.m. Fifteen firefighters from the East Contra Costa Fire Protection District and the Contra Costa  County fire Protection District responded. 4 lanes at the Willow Pass Road off-ramp, and responded with two engines, ConFire spokesman Steve Hill said. That fire started about 5:05 p.m. Monday and was contained in a few hours by 24 firefighters from East Contra Costa and other agencies. There were no injuries but damage was estimated at $100,000 and included a tractor, irrigation pipe and dock casement, officials said. Crews battled a 200-acre grass fire Wednesday afternoon in Solano County, the sheriff’s office said. Residents were told to take only essential items, put pets in carriers or on leashes, lock their windows and doors and head to Delta Vista Middle School north of East Cypress Road. Firefighters from the that department, as well as the East Contra Costa Fire. COUNTY UPDATES. Previously he worked as an online coordinator and, before that, a copy editor and page designer for Bay Area-based newspapers and magazines. Contra Costa County Fire has been very busy since Friday evening putting out 13 fires. Milpitas: Evacuations lifted as fire burns in foothills, San Mateo County: Boy missing after being swept into ocean, Blaze at East Bay home sends firefighter to hospital, San Jose motorcyclist killed on road east of Mount Hamilton. He has covered tens of thousands of murders and other crimes in the East Bay. On Monday night, 16 acres of grass and some brush were burned in the area of Vasco Road and Camino Diablo in Byron. “I am thankful for these firefighters,” Luckett said. No injuries were reported and the cause is under investigation. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group), OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: Lella Luckett, left, and her daughter Tonya Castro, embraced each other after Castro. Immediate Evacuation in Oakley near Summerlake and Sandmound due to fire. A grass fire had spread over 150 acres of undeveloped Contra Costa County but was under control late Sunday evening, fire officials said. Firefighters in Contra Costa County spent hours Saturday afternoon battling four grass fires that burned more than 85 acres before they were contained. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group), OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: Lella Luckett, left, walks towards her daughter Tonya Castro, of Oakley, who came to check the status of her mother after a vegetation fire was extinguished by East Contra Costa County firefighters near Luckett’s rental home on East Cypress Road in Oakley, Calif., on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. Plots of vegetation. Firefighters with the Crockett Carquinez Fire District posted to social media that they were sending a strike team, joining other inbound fire resources, but later said the request had been cancelled. Cal Fire and Contra Costa Fire units have reached 50 percent containment on a grass fire that burned close to a Rodeo tank farm Monday afternoon east of I-80, according to fire officials. No structures were involved and no injuries were reported, fire officials said. Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. Newsletters Currently Reading. This accomplishment illustrates the continued growth and importance of library digital lending of ebooks and audiobooks, especially in a year with building closures due to the global pandemic. Contra Costa Fire officials later said the fire was no longer presenting a threat to the tank farm or homes in the area. Off work, he enjoys playing in bands, busking and karaoke. Visit the state's COVID-19 website to see latest Health Orders and updates.. January 11, 2021 - See Health Services Press Release: County Ramps Up COVID-19 Vaccination Efforts. @ECCFPD, All-Clear in Oakley near Summerlake and Sandmound, This is a message from the Oakley Police Department. Contra Costa County: AQI (US) 36 Good, Pollen 4.9 Medium. #CypressFire Strike Team has been cancelled. In one incident, a 4-year-old boy and his father suffered burns Saturday in Brentwood, apparently from fireworks. East Con Fire and CalFire, we're on scene fighting the fire when ACFD came to assist. Evacuations are underway on Holland Tract Road, […] Fast-moving grass fire in Contra Costa County | LIVE Welcome to the ALNEWS Channel! “They burned past all the homes there on the north side of Hercules and aren’t a threat to either one of those areas right now.”. The fire had started in the area near NB-680 before the Pacheco exit. of Oakley, came to check the status of her mother after a vegetation fire was extinguished by East Contra Costa County firefighters near Luckett’s rental home on Cypress Fire in Oakley, Calif., on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. Contra Costa Fire says multiple agencies are fighting several fires in Morgan Territory, off Marsh Creek Road which is being called the Deer Zone Fire. Crews will remain on the scene into the evening. Go to https://t.co/eyxYXfjkhP, — Contra Costa CWS (@CoCoCWS) July 7, 2020, Stay off the phone unless you need to report a life-threatening emergency at your location. California prepares for damaging winds this week OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: An East Contra Costa County fire truck rides past burned fields caused by a vegetation fire after is was extinguished near the … The Saturday fire started around 5:05 p.m. and brought 30 firefighters from East Contra Costa and other agencies to the scene. — CrockettCarquinezFire (@FireCrockett) July 7, 2020, #CypressIC incident update: forward progress stopped, 95% containment, all homes protected. He became a reporter in 1972 and is considered one of the best crime and breaking news reporters in the country. The fire … All Access Digital offer for just 99 cents! CLICK HERE if you can’t view the gallery in a mobile device. “I am thankful for these firefighters,” Luckett said. George Kelly is a breaking news reporter for the Bay Area News Group. Crews will remain on scene tonight. In addition to official CWS messages for evacuations, shelter-D Call 9-1-1 in a life threatening emergency Call 2-1-1 for non-emergency information Contra Costa County Fire For other information about an incident Follow on Twitter CWS: @CoCoCWS Fire: … Marsh Creek Rd and Morgan Territory Rd west of the community of Brentwood (Contra Costa County) Firefighters continue to mop up and construct fire line around the fires. “People take them for granted.” (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group), OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: Smoke from hot spots rises from a vegetation fire after was extinguished by East Contra Costa County firefighters near the homes on East Cypress Road and East Summer Lake Drive in Oakley, Calif., on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. The evacuation order for the fire in Oakley has been lifted. Related Articles Ground units were aided by aerial water drops and the fire was contained about 8:30 p.m. Crews were hampered by winds, thick grass and ditches and, at one point, a single East Contra Costa engine company fought the fire for 20 minutes by themselves because the two other engine companies were on other calls. Crews are still on scene for large smoldering. There were no injuries. At least 125 total acres were consumed by fire, 70 citations were issued and 100 pounds of fireworks were seized, East Contra Costa Battalion Chief and Fire Marshall Steve Aubert said Tuesday. “People take them for granted.” (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group), OAKLEY, CALIFORNIA – JULY 7: Firefighters stopped forward progress on the fast-moving Cypress Fire on Tuesday afternoon. Map: Bonita Fire evacuations in Riverside County CONTRA COSTA COUNTY (KRON) – Crews have contained a grass fire that was burning in Pacheco Wednesday morning. Robert Marshall Fire Marshal Contra Costa County Fire Protection District So its never too early to begin considering and preparing for our upcoming summer grass fire season. Watch media conference online or on Contra Costa Television Comcast 27, ATT/U-Verse 99, and Wave 32 at 8 am, 12 pm, and 6 pm.. December 22, 2020 - See COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Phases … “The good news is it burned past all that petroleum industry infrastructure there along the east side of Interstate 80,” said Contra Costa Fire Public Information Officer Steve Hill. In some fires, firefighters making initial responses with one engine had to wait for additional resources to become available as early as 5 p.m. Saturday and throughout the night. SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. (WIAT) — Fire crews in the San Francisco area are battling a fast-moving grass fire being driven by strong winds in Contra Costa County. However, if you are physically unable to leave your home unassisted, call 9 1 1 for help, — Crisis Center- 211 (@211ContraCosta) July 7, 2020. No initial word was available on any threatened structures or injuries on what was being called the Cypress Fire. OAKLEY, CA – JULY 7: An East Contra Costa County firefighter hoses down hot spots on a vegetation fire near the homes on East Cypress Road and East Summer Lake Drive in Oakley, Calif., on Tuesday, July 7, 2020. With a newly redesigned RTJII par 72 layout, it's a joy in all four seasons. Emergency personnel may still be on scene, but it is safe for residents to return home, Get Morning Report and other email newsletters. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, Calif. - Cal Fire is assisting Contra Costa County firefighters with a 100-acre vegetation fire burning off of Highway 4. #Californiafire [update] Highway 80 in the Rodeo Area (Contra Costa County) Forward progress of the fire has been stopped at 150 acres and is 50% contained. UPDATE: San Francisco Dirt Bike Gang Mayhem Ends With Death On Bay Bridge. Residents were also advised to stay off their phones unless they were reporting a life-threatening emergency, and to call 911 for help if they were physically unable to leave home unassisted. Contra Costa County Fire Protection District is responding to vegetation fire that began along Highway 4 west of Willow Pass Road after 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. Chopper 5 footage showed flames burning in the area around the Phillps 66 fuel-storage tank farm in Rodeo. Firefighters were reporting the fire was growing at a moderate rate of spread. 1 day ago Evening Forecast - January 5, 2021 … CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CA — Firefighters helped bring a 140-acre grass fire near the Alameda/Contra Costa County border, northeast of Altamont, Monday afternoon. Contra Costa County Fire - West Primary Dispatch and Fire Ground Tactical radio audio for Contra Costa Fire - West Serving the communities of Crockett, Rodeo/Hercules, Pinole, El Sabronte, San Pablo Status: TERMINATED BY BROADCASTIFY.COM DUE TO NO AUDIO FOR OVER A MONTH: Public Safety 0 No rain expected for the next 10 days as temperatures go up across the Bay Area Harry Harris is a Pulitzer Prize winning breaking news reporter for the Bay Area News Group. Tuesday was the fourth day in a row East Contra Costa Fire Protection District firefighters had battled a significant blaze. (Ray Chavez/Bay Area News Group). Eagle Six, the East Bay Regional Park District’s helicopter, made water drops and crews were able to use a bulldozer to make a fire break around the perimeter and break up debris piles. The complex is … Wednesday Weather Forecast - Jan. 6, 2021Find out when we could expect some wet weather today. ©2021 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Those evacuation orders were later lifted around 2:45 p.m. Nine new California laws explained The Cal Fire SCU Twitter account posted that fire crews were at the scene of the fire in Rodeo near the California Street exit at 3 p.m. Just after 11:40 a.m., firefighters responded aboard a dozen engines to East Cypress Road and Summer Lake Drive near the fire district’s unmanned fire station, and Contra Costa sheriff’s deputies also responded to assist with traffic control. The Contra Costa County Fire Protection District said Sunday that between 7 p.m. on midnight on July 4, fire crews responded to 67 fires. UPDATE: Rescue Crews To Resume Search For Boy Swept To Sea Off Coast Of San Mateo Co. San Leandro Police Find Fully-Loaded AR-15, Clown Mask During Traffic Stop, Human Remains Found In Fairfield Field Identified As Man Missing For 3 Years, UPDATE: State Investigating Possible Allergic Reactions To Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine; Alameda County Halts Distribution, Update: COVID-19 Variant Discovered In Santa Clara County; Linked To Deadly Kaiser Outbreak, San Francisco Man Who Refused to Wear Mask on Muni Seen Among Rioters at U.S. Capitol, Winning Numbers Announced For $750 Million Mega Millions Jackpot, Napa Businessman Arrested After Deputies Discover Assault Rifles And Explosives, Public File for KBCW-TV / KBCW 44 Cable 12. pic.twitter.com/1LLRTOeXyN. MARTINEZ, Calif. – Contra Costa County Library announced today that it reached a record-breaking one million digital book checkouts in 2020. The fire started at around 2 p.m. as two smaller fires that merged together. A third alarm has been called by fire officials. 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