Ski resorts pitch in to help fight Caldor Fire; 5 injuries reported
Heavenly Mountain Ski Resort on the east side of South Lake Tahoe is among those working with fire crews by using snow blowers to pump moisture onto the mountains, key infrastructure and into the air.
High winds could push Caldor Fire into South Lake Tahoe
Firefighters continue their unrelenting efforts as flames push perilously close to South Lake Tahoe on Tuesday.
High winds threaten to whip up flames approaching Lake Tahoe
A day after an explosive wildfire emptied a resort city at the southern tip of Lake Tahoe, a huge firefighting force braced for strong winds Tuesday as some residents in neighboring Nevada were ordered to evacuate.
Caldor Fire wipes out homes in Twin Bridges as flames inch closer to South Lake Tahoe
Flames from the Caldor Fire edged closer to the southern tip of Lake Tahoe, after it bore down on homes and businesses — anything in its path, in neighboring Twin Bridges on Sunday.
Damage From Caldor Fire Seen in Twin Bridges as state of emergency declared
After the Caldor Fire burned through Twin Bridges, Craig Philpott posted video that shows burnt trees and damaged property along Sierra Pines Road and Mount Ralston Road. (Credit: Craig Philpott via Storyful)
Caldor Fire burns toward South Lake Tahoe
Firefighters braced for a difficult day of combating the Caldor Fire as strong winds whipped flames and embers toward South Lake Tahoe, which was ordered yesterday to evcuate. Plus, an update on the effort to protect Christmas Valley near Highway 50.
Camp Sacramento survives fire, but fate of Berkeley's Echo Lake Camp is unknown
There's no word yet on the level of damage at at Berkeley's Echo Lake Camp. But Berkeley's mayor tweeted Monday night that they hope to assess the grounds on Tuesday.
EXPLAINER: Around Tahoe, special places await a fire’s fate
Because the region means so much to so many, the Caldor Fire has captured the attention of Californians and others with a special connection to the region like no other in recent memory.
Caldor Fire evacuation orders expand to Lake Tahoe's south shores
Mandatory evacuation orders were issued that extend to the south side of Lake Tahoe on Monday morning.
South Lake Tahoe residents and visitors begin evacuations en masse
South Lake Tahoe was ordered to evacuate on Monday as the huge Caldor Fire in El Dorado County reached toward the mountain town. Traffic was clearly backed up as residents and visitors hit the road and fled.
Bay Area air quality to improve as weather system pushes wildfire smoke out
Starting Monday, an upper trough will increase the presence of onshore winds that will push the smoke to the north and east, according to a Weather Service smoke model.
Caldor Fire time-lapse video shows flames near Sierra at Tahoe ski lift
Time lapse video shows flames from the Caldor Fire overnight were not far from the ski lifts at the Sierra at Tahoe resort.
Evacuation warnings extended to South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe was put on an evacuation warning late Sunday as the Caldor Fire grew and moved closer to the mountain town.
Caldor Fire time lapse video shows flames near Tahoe ski lift
A video of the Caldor Fire shows the flames near the Sierra at Tahoe ski resort as the fire moves closer to South Lake Tahoe
South Lake Tahoe under evacuation warning due to approaching fire
All of South Lake Tahoe was put under an evacuation warning Sunday as the massive Caldor Fire crept dangerously closer toward the mountain town.
Caldor Fire evacuations spread through Tahoe area
The Caldor Fire prompted new evacuation orders and warnings on Sunday as the El Dorado County blaze moved closer to South Lake Tahoe
Caldor Fire remains a threat against Tahoe region
While the threat of the Caldor Fire encroaching into south Lake Tahoe is still a big concern, it’s far from the only area under threat.
Caldor Fire remains a threat towards Lake Tahoe
KTVU's Greg Liggins reports.
Wildfires infect Bay Area with poor air quality, Spare the Air alert extended through Sunday
As a result of smoke filled air from wildfires, doctors do recommend staying indoors with windows shut and central air systems on recirculate, but as long as you're not breathing the air for a straight 24 hours, experts say reactions will likely be minimal.
Poor air quality cause for concern at this weekend's Santa Rosa Marathon
Thousands of people are signed up for two days of running in Santa Rosa: 5k and 10k races on Saturday and a half-marathon and full marathon on Sunday. The poor air quality is causing some concern.