SJRTA Updates:
Local Mine Watch
Since 2020, SJRTA has supported the effort to deny a use permit for an environmentally unsound gold mining proposal in Nevada County. From MineWatchNC’s website:
At the Final Hearing for the Idaho-Maryland Mine on February 15 & 16, 2024, Nevada County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously 5-0 to deny the certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and deny the Rise Gold project, fully rejecting Rise Gold’s plan to re-open the Idaho-Maryland Mine! However, Rise Gold has stated repeatedly they intend to sue the County. They still claim they have a vested right to mine, and that the County has violated their due process rights in the processing of the application. Click here for more information.
San Juan Ridge Prescribed Fire Workshop
SJRTA co-hosted the San Juan Ridge Prescribed Fire Workshop at the North Columbia Schoolhouse on December 11, 2021, along with a field day component hosted at Ananda Village on January 29th. Over 30 participants learned from four knowledgeable presenters. Thanks to co-hosts UC Cooperative Extension, Yuba-Bear Burn Cooperative and Yuba Watershed Institute. Photos by Susie Kocher, Badri Matlock.
Fire Preparedness and Evacuation on the San Juan Ridge
It is YOUR responsibility to do all you can to be prepared before a fire happens, and during a fire to be aware of the situation and all potential evacuation routes. Fire and law enforcement agencies will do their jobs to the best of their abilities.
RED FLAG WARNINGS
When you hear of a Red Flag warning, prepare!
See https://www.mynevadacounty.com/2756/Red-Flag-Warnings
BE SITUATIONALLY AWARE
IF you suspect there is a fire—go outside, look for smoke, observe wind conditions, listen and look for airplane activity, check communication sources
BE FAMILIAR WITH “READY, SET, GO!” You should have received a booklet in the mail, but if not, see https://www.mynevadacounty.com/2710/Ready or https://www.areyoufiresafe.com/
- READY: Creating defensible space and home—info and checklists
- SET: Situational awareness, being prepared for evacuation, have Go Bags packed in advance
- GO: Leave when told to do so, or when you feel you should.
- If you don’t feel safe, don’t wait – evacuate!
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