The early November storm brought ample moisture to the region for the seasonal CAL FIRE burn suspensions to be lifted.
The fire was reported in the Brockway Springs neighborhood.
North Tahoe Fire says a gas leak has closed Highway 89 in both directions south of Fanny Bridge while crews try to cap the leak.
Tahoe Lake Elementary School has been evacuated due to a gas leak. No injuries are reported and everyone is safe.
Highway 89 is back open after a police pursuit led to a bad head-on crash Monday afternoon.
North Tahoe Fire reports that burn permit suspensions have been lifted in Placer and El Dorado counties as of Monday. Residents who have current and valid burn permits may resume burning on permissible burn days.
Today’s home fires burn faster than ever. In a typical home fire, you may have as little as one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Knowing how to use that time wisely takes planning and practice.
North Tahoe Fire says an evacuation warning is now lifted after a gas leak at Tahoe Lake Elementary School. Crews say they have secured the gas leak.
A Celebration of Life for Former North Tahoe Fire Chief Duane L. Whitelaw will be held Sunday at North Tahoe Events Center.
A celebration of life will be held next month for retired North Tahoe Fire Protection District Fire Chief Duane Whitelaw. His death was reported on Tuesday.