Timeline for Re-Entry Into Evacuated Areas Announced
While several areas have reopened during the SQF Complex Fire, several others remain under an evacuation order. The areas of Ponderosa, Pier Point and Camp Nelson are projected to begin repopulation within the next week. Once those areas are repopulated, Tulare County will begin to arrange for visits by residents into severely damaged areas.
Tulare County Develops SQF Complex Fire Recovery Web Site
Tulare County has established the SQF Complex Fire Recovery web site where residents can find information on evacuations and road closures, housing and shelter, animal services, health and wellness, maps, and donations. Visit www.tularecounty.ca.gov/recovers to learn more about damaged assessments, including links from various collaborators within the county.
Supervisor Monthly Message
This year has been an incredibly challenging year for Tulare County residents and employees. The COVID-19 pandemic has affected nearly every aspect of our lives. One segment of the population that is seemingly overlooked during this time is school aged children and their needs. I am approached on a regular basis with the question, “When are our children returning to school?”
Officials Reduce Evacuation Orders for Areas Affected by SQF Complex Fire
Officials are downgrading from a mandatory evacuation order to a voluntary evacuation order in the following communities: South Fork Drive in Three Rivers, from Conley Bridge (just south of Heidi Drive) to Cinnamon Canyon Road, east from South Fork Drive to Cinnamon Gap and Blossom Peak Road, south of Mountain Springs Road to Blossom Peak Ridge and to Cinnamon Canyon Road.
Tulare County Establishes SQF Complex Fire Hotline and Structure Damage Assessment Map
Tulare County has established the SQF Complex Fire Hotline and has released a map of properties damaged and destroyed within the SQF Complex.
Kings/Tulare Area Agency on Aging Serving Older Adults During Fire
The Kings/Tulare Area Agency on Aging is available to provide information, assistance, and referrals for older adults during the SQF Complex Fire.
SALVATION ARMY ACCEPTS DONATIONS FOR SQF COMPLEX FIRE
Individuals who want to donate items to the SQF Complex Fire such as bottled water, non-perishable food, and hygiene products can do so through the Salvation Army.
