WEED, Calif. – The Lava Fire burning northeast of Weed, California is nearing 24,000 acres in size. The lightning-caused wildfire was first reported on Friday, June 25 about 3.5 miles northeast of Weed and 4.5 miles southeast of Lake Shastina ...

SISKIYOU COUNTY, Calif. — In the midst of a challenging week for many, firefighters continue to battle both the Lava and Tennant fires. Despite this, some residents received good news Thursday. Starting Thursday, Lake Shastina and Carrick residents are allowed ...

WEED, Cali. – NBC5 News is getting new information about the Lava Fire that’s burning near Weed and Lake Shastina, Cali. On Thursday it was 25% contained and roughly 19,780 acres. Firefighters are aggressively attacking the Lava Fire. It’s been ...

LAKE SHASTINA, Ore. – As of 6 pm Thursday, residents in Lake Shastina and Carrick are allowed to return home, according to the Lake Shastina Fire Dept. The evacuation order is being downgraded to an evacuation warning. However, road closures ...

SISKIYOU COUNTY, Calif. – Over 1,000 personnel are still fighting the Lava Fire burning northeast of Weed, California. The lightning-caused wildfire was first reported on Friday, June 25 about 3.5 miles northeast of Weed and 4.5 miles southeast of Lake ...

MT. SHASTA, Ca. —As the Lava Fire continues to burn, the city of Mount Shasta is activating its local emergency action plan. Multiple agencies are coming together, like Mount Shasta Fire and Police, Siskiyou County Emergency Services, and the US Forest ...

YREKA, Calif. —One Yreka non-profit is helping create a safe place for dogs displaced in the Lava Fire. Rescue Ranch works to take in dogs of all breeds and create opportunities for adoption. In 48 hours, it’s already taken in ...

MT. SHASTA, Ca.- The Lava Fire is now burning thousands of acres and triggering evacuation orders for many Siskiyou County communities.  But NBC5 News is learning firefighters had the fire under control on Friday, before it exploded. Late night on ...

SISKIYOU COUNTY, Calif. – Crews reportedly made good progress against the Lava Fire burning near the community of Weed, California. The lightning-caused wildfire was first reported on Friday, June 25 about 3.5 miles northeast of Weed and 4.5 miles southeast ...

SISKIYOU COUNTY, Calif. —One man is dead after an officer-involved shooting near the Lava Fire. Around 830 Monday night, law enforcement were at Shasta Vista Drive and County Road A-12. They were helping with traffic control to help people get ...

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