WELCOME BACK STUDENTS! The Modoc County Vol. 132, No. 20
RECORD Alturas, California
August 8, 2024
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Serving Modoc Since 1892 16 Pages
Alturas Fire Department Investigates Blaze at Vacant Home By Chelsea Bacon
The Alturas Fire Department is investigating a fire that damaged a vacant home off of Carlos St and two outbuildings Friday afternoon. The fire, which was contained to under two acres, was confirmed to have started when a man mowing nearby with a lawnmower inadvertently sparked the blaze. Firefighters responded
quickly and prevented the flames from spreading to nearby properties. The home that was destroyed has been vacant for many years, and no injuries were reported. Many citizens gravitated to the incident trying to get a better view. Residents in the area expressed concern over the incident, emphasizing the need to always have an emergency plan in place in unexpected incidents.
Toxic Algae Alert for Turner Creek for Near or On the Modoc NF By Suzi Johnson
California Department of Water Resources and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife have issued an Algal mat alert for Turner Creek ~0.6mi above Pit River near or on the Modoc National Forest. Please use caution when recreating near this area. While harmful algal blooms (HABs) are caused by algae or cyanobacteria that grow suspended in the water column (planktonic), some algae grow attached to the bottom (benthic) and can form algal mats. Some species can produce toxins, and if present, can pose a risk to humans and pets. Here are a few actions to keep in mind: *Heed all instructions on posted advisories if present. *Avoid algae and scum in the water and on shore. *Keep an eye on children and pets (dogs). *If you think an algal
mat is present, do not let pets and other animals go into or drink the water, or eat scum and algal accumulations on the shore. *If you think an algal mat is present, reduce potential for inhalation of sprays or mists by avoiding areas downwind of the bloom, and activities near the bloom that could kick up spray such as splashing. *Don’t drink the water or use it for cooking. *Wash yourself, your family, and your pets with clean water after water play. *If you catch fish, throw away guts and clean filets with tap water or bottled water before cooking. Updates to this report are provided by a routine water monitoring program conducting site visits at this waterway, refer to Organization field above for more information. https://mywaterquality. ca.gov/.../faqs_for_hab_ signs.html