Online map available for CZU Lighting Complex Fire debris removal
Residents with property losses or damage are advised to verify that their address is included in the map.
Santa Cruz County breweries collaborate on beer for a good cause
Sierra Nevada Brewing Company in Chico released a similar fundraiser beer after the 2018 Camp Fire.
CZU Lightning Complex Fire is 100% contained, but not controlled
After more than a month of burning, Cal Fire officials announced Tuesday evening that the CZU Lightning Complex incident is 100% contained. However, officials were quick to point out, that does not necessarily mean controlled.
Santa Cruz County correctional officer suspected of sexual relationship with inmate arrested
Correctional Officer Jessica Smith, 31, was arrested on suspicion of sexual activity with an inmate, assault by a public officer and unauthorized computer access, the sheriff's office said in a news release.
CZU Lighting Complex Fire 64 percent contained
As of Saturday night, the fire has destroyed 925 residences and 90 residences have sustained damage.
Santa Cruz County correctional officer arrested for having sex with inmate
Correctional Officer Jessica Smith was arrested and booked into the Main Jail.
CZU fire more destructive than 1989 Loma Prieta earthquake
At last check, the fire has destroyed more than 925 homes. Past and present Santa Cruz County Supervisors are not surprised the numbers rival that of the Loma Prieta earthquake and like the earthquake, rebuilding could take years.
National Guard arrives to help firefighters battle CZU Lightning Complex Fire
"We have a number of guard crews that have been on year-round and have been trained and divvied out to specific units of Cal Fire to do fuel mitigation work and reduce the fuels," Cal Fire Battalion Chief Mark Brunton said during a Monday morning update on Twitter.
CZU Lighting Complex fires up to 35 percent containment
The fires have claimed 84,600 acres since being ignited by lightning strikes on Aug. 16, destroying 755 residences and damaging 84.
More evacuation orders lifted in Santa Cruz County
Some evacuation orders remain in effect.
Sunday evening CZU Lighting Complex Fires press conference
The press conference was held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, August 30, 2020.
Hotline established to assist Santa Cruz County evacuees with hotel program
The hotel program is managed by the State Department of General Services and supported by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
CZU fire resource center opens
Fire victims now have access to a plethora of services.
More CZU Lighting Complex fire evacuees allowed to return home
One person has died and another person has been injured since the fires were sparked by lightning on Aug. 16.
Some evacuees allowed to return to CZU Lighting Complex Fire zone
Evacuation zones appear to be thinning out.
CZU Lighting Complex Fires Saturday evening update
The press conference was held on Saturday, August 29, 2020 at 6 p.m.
Setback battling CZU Lightning Fire as flames moved underground
Experts said extremely dry conditions below the surface allowed the fire to spread 1,000 acres along the only escape route available.
Three missing men found in Santa Cruz County
Authorities asked anyone with information of their whereabouts to call the sheriff’s office at 831-471-1121.
Air Force sergeant pleads not guilty to murder of Santa Cruz County sheriff's deputy
Steven Carrillo, who officials say is associated with the extremist anti-government “boogaloo” group, entered the plea in the June 6 death of Santa Cruz Sgt. Damon Gutzwiller in Ben Lomond.
CZU Lightning Complex Fire: Evacuation orders for most of San Mateo County lifted
As of Thursday, the CZU Lightning Complex Fire had burned 81,330 acres and was 21% contained.