Lake County Health Services

09/13/2026

LUCAS FIRE COMMUNITY MEETING
Sunday, September 13, 2026
6:00 PM
Running Creek Casino, 635 CA-20, Upper Lake, CA 95485

Representatives from the U.S. Forest Service - Mendocino National Forest, CAL FIRE Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit, and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office will be available to provide current information and answer community questions.

Live stream option: https://youtube.com/live/aquabYADqB0?feature=share

LUCAS FIRE UPDATE: Evacuation Orders and Warnings remain unchanged, and the fire remains at 3,466 acres with containment increased to 15%.
Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring official sources for updates.

More information: response.lakecountyca.gov

LUCAS FIRE COMMUNITY MEETING

Sunday, September 13, 2026
6:00 PM
Running Creek Casino, 635 CA-20, Upper Lake, CA 95485

Representatives from the U.S. Forest Service - Mendocino National Forest, CAL FIRE Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit, and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office will be available to provide current information and answer community questions.

Live stream option: https://youtube.com/live/aquabYADqB0?feature=share

LUCAS FIRE UPDATE: Evacuation Orders and Warnings remain unchanged, and the fire remains at 3,466 acres with containment increased to 15%.

Residents are encouraged to continue monitoring official sources for updates.

More information: response.lakecountyca.gov

09/12/2026

LOCAL EMERGENCY PROCLAIMED IN RESPONSE TO LUCAS FIRE;
JOINT INFORMATION CENTER ESTABLISHED

Lake County continues to coordinate a multi-agency response to the Lucas Fire, which is burning near the Lake and Mendocino County line and affecting the Mendocino National Forest and Bachelor Valley area of Upper Lake.
Lake County Sheriff Luke Bingham, serving as the County’s Director of Emergency Services, proclaimed a Local Emergency in response to the Lucas Fire. The proclamation was ratified by the Lake County Board of Supervisors on September 11, 2026.
The Local Emergency proclamation supports the County’s ongoing response and coordination efforts and may open additional support opportunities to address impacts associated with the incident.
The Lake County Emergency Operations Center (EOC) remains activated, with County departments and response partners coordinating resources, monitoring changing conditions, and supporting affected communities.
A Joint Information Center (JIC) has also been established to coordinate public information related to the incident. Public information representatives from CAL FIRE, the U.S. Forest Service, and the Lake County Sheriff’s Office are working together to provide timely and consistent information to the public as conditions change.
LUCAS FIRE
The Lucas Fire remains active. Fire suppression operations are ongoing, and residents should expect continued activity from firefighting personnel, law enforcement, and other responding agencies throughout the affected area.
Residents should use caution around the incident and avoid unnecessary travel in areas under an Evacuation Warning. Areas under an Evacuation Order remain closed, and residents should not attempt to re-enter until officials determine it is safe to do so.
CAL FIRE UPDATE
Acreage has been mapped at 3,476 and is at 10% containment. Resources will continue working overnight to gain additional containment and strengthen suppression efforts.
EVACUATION INFORMATION
Evacuation Orders remain in effect for the following Lake County zones:
MNF-E016, MNF-E018, MNF-E019, UPP-E023, UPP-E025, UPP-E026, UPP-E027, UPP-E030
Residents in these zones should remain evacuated.
Evacuation Warnings remain in effect for:
MNF-E012, MNF-E013, MNF-E015, MNF-E017, MNF-E021, UPP-E028, UPP-E031, UPP-E032, UPP-E035, UPP-E038
Residents in areas under an Evacuation Warning should remain prepared to leave if conditions change. Those who require additional time to evacuate, including residents with pets or livestock, should consider leaving early.
Evacuation zones and current road closure information can be viewed at:
https://protect.genasys.com
EVACUATION SHELTER
An official evacuation shelter staffed by the American Red Cross Northern California Chapter will open at 6:00 PM on September 11, 2026, at:
Lake County Fairgrounds – Fritch Hall
401 Martin Street
Lakeport, CA 95453
Evacuees may enter the Fairgrounds through the C Street gate or the main gate off Martin Street. Parking is available behind Fritch Hall. Residents are asked to keep vehicles clear of roadways within the Fairgrounds to allow emergency and support vehicles to safely move throughout the property.
Small animals are welcome but will be housed in a separate area near Fritch Hall.
LIVESTOCK EVACUATION
Enter through the livestock gate off Estep Drive. Owners who evacuated animals to the Lake County Fairgrounds are responsible for their animals' ongoing care.
Evacuees should bring necessary medications, medical equipment, and other essential items for themselves and their pets.
A shower trailer provided by the Sonoma County Department of Emergency Management is available onsite.
TRAFFIC CONTROL
Traffic Control Points (TCPs) have been established in the Upper Lake area to support evacuation and emergency response operations.
TCPs are currently located at:
• Highway 20 and Bachelor Valley Road
• Highway 20 and Witter Springs Road
• Highway 20 and Saratoga Springs Road
• Elk Mountain Road and Pitney Lane
• Elk Mountain Road and CC Camp
Motorists should avoid the affected area when possible and follow all directions from law enforcement and emergency personnel.
STAY INFORMED
Conditions surrounding the Lucas Fire remain dynamic. Lake County agencies and response partners will continue monitoring conditions and releasing significant updates as they become available.
Residents are encouraged to rely on official information sources and avoid sharing unverified information or rumors.
Do not call 9-1-1 for general incident information. Keep emergency lines available for life-threatening emergencies.
Evacuation zones and road closures:
https://protect.genasys.com
Lake County emergency information and preparedness resources:
https://Ready.LakeCountyCA.gov
Lake County Sheriff’s Office Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/lakesheriff
CAL FIRE LNU Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/CALFIRELNU

09/12/2026

Follow Lake County Sheriff's Office and CAL FIRE Sonoma-Lake-Napa Unit for updated information.

09/04/2026

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09/04/2026

Happy Hispanic Heritage Month!
• Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15) is a time to celebrate Hispanic and Latino culture and history.
• It also offers an opportunity to address the disproportionate to***co-related health challenges faced by many in this community.
• Historically, to***co companies targeted Hispanic and Latino populations in the 1970s–80s, sponsoring cultural and sporting events and contributing to political action committees. This targeted marketing has led to the highest levels of to***co ad exposure among youth compared to Black and White youth.
• For more information, go to thruthinitiative.org.
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¡Feliz Mes de la Herencia Hispana!
• El Mes de la Herencia Hispana (15 de septiembre–15 de octubre) es un momento para celebrar la cultura e historia hispana y latina.
• También ofrece una oportunidad para abordar los desproporcionados desafíos de salud relacionados con el tabaco que enfrentan muchas personas en esta comunidad.
• Históricamente, las compañías de tabaco dirigieron sus esfuerzos hacia las poblaciones hispanas y latinas en las décadas de 1970 y 1980, patrocinando eventos culturales y deportivos y contribuyendo a comités de acción política. Esta publicidad dirigida ha llevado a los niveles más altos de exposición a anuncios de tabaco entre los jóvenes en comparación con los jóvenes negros y blancos.
• Para obtener más información, visite truthinitiative.org.

09/03/2026

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09/01/2026

State Advisory Issued for Lake Pillsbury Due to Harmful Algal Bloom

LAKE COUNTY, CA (September 1, 2026) – Lake County Health Services is notifying residents and visitors of a DANGER advisory recommended by the California State Water Resources Control Board for Lake Pillsbury following State testing that identified elevated levels of cyanobacteria and associated toxins consistent with a harmful algal bloom.
Based on the State’s findings and guidance, people and pets are advised to stay out of the water at Lake Pillsbury until further notice.
As part of a pre-Labor Day assessment, State Water Resources Control Board staff collected a water sample at Lake Pillsbury Resort on August 24, 2026. According to results provided to Lake County Health Services, the sample contained high concentrations of cyanobacteria. Testing also detected microcystins/nodularins at 23.84 micrograms per liter (µg/L), exceeding the State’s threshold for a DANGER advisory.
State staff also reported observing visible cyanobacterial blooms at Lake Pillsbury Resort and Pine Point. Recent satellite imagery has indicated cyanobacteria at multiple locations throughout the lake.
In accordance with the State’s recommendation, the public should:
• Stay out of the water and keep children and pets out of the water.
• Avoid contact with algae, scum, foam, or discolored water.
• Do not allow pets to drink lake water or eat algae or material along the shoreline.
• Do not drink untreated lake water or use it for cooking. Boiling does not remove cyanotoxins and may concentrate them.
Follow all posted DANGER signs and State recreational water guidance.
Lake County Health Services is sharing this information to ensure the public is aware of the State’s findings and recommended precautions ahead of the Labor Day holiday. DANGER advisory signs are expected to be posted at appropriate locations around the lake, and the State Water Board will be notifying appropriate drinking water officials due to a drinking water intake near the sampling location.
For additional information regarding harmful algal blooms and recreational water advisories, visit California’s Harmful Algal Blooms Portal at https://mywaterquality.ca.gov/habs/index.html

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Aviso estatal emitido para el lago Pillsbury debido a una floración de algas dañinas

CONDADO DE LAKE, CA (1 de septiembre de 2026) – Los Servicios de Salud del Condado de Lake notifican a residentes y visitantes sobre un aviso de PELIGRO recomendado por la Junta de Control de Recursos Hídricos del Estado de California para Lake Pillsbury tras pruebas estatales que identificaron niveles elevados de cianobacterias y toxinas asociadas compatibles con una floración de algas dañinas.
Según las conclusiones y directrices del Estado, se recomienda a personas y mascotas que permanezcan fuera del agua en el lago Pillsbury hasta nuevo aviso.
Como parte de una evaluación previa al Día del Trabajo, el personal de la Junta Estatal de Control de Recursos Hídricos recogió una muestra de agua en Lake Pillsbury Resort el 24 de agosto de 2026. Según los resultados proporcionados a los Servicios de Salud del Condado de Lake, la muestra contenía altas concentraciones de cianobacterias. Las pruebas también detectaron microcistinas/nodularinas a 23,84 microgramos por litro (μg/L), superando el umbral estatal para una advertencia de PELIGRO.
El personal estatal también informó de la observación de floraciones cianobacterianas visibles en Lake Pillsbury Resort y Pine Point. Imágenes satelitales recientes han indicado cianobacterias en múltiples ubicaciones del lago.
De acuerdo con la recomendación del Estado, el público debe:
• Mantenerse fuera del agua y mantener a los niños y mascotas fuera del agua.
• Evite el contacto con algas, escoria, espuma o agua descolorida.
• No permita que las mascotas beban agua del lago ni coman algas o materiales a lo largo de la orilla.
• No beba agua del lago sin tratar ni la utilice para cocinar. Hervir no elimina las cianotoxinas y puede concentrarlas.
Sigua todas las señales de PELIGRO publicadas y las directrices estatales sobre agua recreativa.
Los Servicios de Salud del Condado de Lake comparten esta información para asegurar que el público esté al tanto de los hallazgos del Estado y las precauciones recomendadas antes del festivo del Día del Trabajo. Se espera que se coloquen señales de advertencia de PELIGRO en los lugares apropiados alrededor del lago, y la Junta Estatal de Agua notificará a los responsables correspondientes de agua potable debido a una toma de agua potable cerca del lugar de muestreo.
Para más información sobre floraciones de algas nocivas y avisos sobre agua recreativa, visite el Portal de Floraciones de Algas Perjudiciales de California en https://mywaterquality.ca.gov/habs/index.html

09/01/2026

First 5 Lake County (F5L) is seeking proposals that will provide services to children, prenatal through five years of age, and their families residing in Lake County. F5L is offering a total of $25,000 for fiscal year 2026-2027. Grants will be awarded for a minimum of $500 and a maximum of $5,000, to be expended no later than June 30, 2027. Submission Deadline: October 16, 2026, 5:00 p.m. PST

First 5 Lake County aims to attract a diverse range of partners, both new and traditional early childhood organizations. Projects may include, but are not limited to:
• Community supports
• Education projects or activities
• Projects that provide goods or services directly to families with young children
• Training for providers working with young children and their families

Click here for more information: https://firstfivelake.org/
https://firstfivelake.org/ws/media-library/f7bf41b96999c8cb612ae6ce93b06d1a/fy2026-27_mini_grant_rfp_v2.pdf

08/31/2026

Ni****ne in e-cigarettes can impact youth learning, memory and attention.
• Ni****ne is highly addictive, and young people can develop dependence more quickly than adults.
• Exposure to ni****ne during adolescence can interfere with brain development, affecting areas responsible for decision-making, impulse control, and mood regulation.
• Regular ni****ne use can alter mood and cognitive function, making it harder for young people to concentrate and learn effectively.
• Ni****ne can have a detrimental impact on academic performance and overall mental health.
• Studies indicate that youth who start using e-cigarettes are more likely to transition to traditional cigarette smoking in the future.
• Contact the center for disease control for more information or UNDO.org.
• With help quitting smoking or va**ng, go to kickitca.org or www.lung.org.
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La nicotina en los ci*******os electrónicos puede afectar el aprendizaje, la memoria y la atención de los jóvenes.
• La nicotina es altamente adictiva, y los jóvenes pueden desarrollar dependencia más rápido que los adultos.
• La exposición a la nicotina durante la adolescencia puede interferir con el desarrollo cerebral, afectando áreas responsables de la toma de decisiones, el control de impulsos y la regulación del estado de ánimo.
• El uso regular de nicotina puede alterar el estado de ánimo y la función cognitiva, dificultando que los jóvenes se concentren y aprendan de manera efectiva.
• La nicotina puede tener un impacto perjudicial en el rendimiento académico y en la salud mental general.
• Los estudios indican que los jóvenes que comienzan a usar ci*******os electrónicos tienen más probabilidades de pasar a fumar ci*******os tradicionales en el futuro.
• Contacte al centro para el control de enfermedades para más información o a UNDO.org.
• Para obtener ayuda para dejar de fumar o vapear visite kickitca.org o www.lung.org.

08/27/2026

Percent of adults who smoke by Racial/Ethnic group
•For more information, go to the CDC.gov/tips
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Porcentaje de adultos que fuman por grupo racial/étnico
• Para más información, visite CDC.gov/tips