Skip to content
CapRadio

CapRadio

signal status listen live donate
listen live donate signal status
listen live donate signal status
  • News
    • topics
    • State Government
    • Environment
    • Health Care
    • Race and Equity
    • Business
    • Arts and Lifestyle
    • Food and Sustainability
    • PolitiFact California
  • Music
    • genres
    • Classical
    • Jazz
    • Eclectic
    • Daily Playlist
  • Programs + Podcasts
    • news
    • Morning Edition
    • All Things Considered
    • Marketplace
    • Insight With Vicki Gonzalez
    • music
    • Acid Jazz
    • At the Opera
    • Classical Music
    • Connections
    • Excellence in Jazz
    • Hey, Listen!
    • K-ZAP on CapRadio
    • Mick Martin's Blues Party
    • Programs A-Z
    • Podcast Directory
  • Schedules
    • News
    • Music
    • ClassicalStream
    • JazzStream
    • Weekly Schedule
    • Daily Playlist
  • Community
    • Events Calendar
    • CapRadio Garden
    • CapRadio Reads
    • Ticket Giveaways
  • Support
    • Evergreen Gift
    • One-Time Gift
    • Corporate Support
    • Vehicle Donation
    • Stock Gift
    • Legacy Gift
    • Endowment Gift
    • Benefits
    • Member FAQ
    • e‑Newsletter
    • Drawing Winners
    • Thank You Gifts
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Close Menu
 We Get Support From:
Become a Supporter 
 We Get Support From:
Become a Supporter 

Resources For Those Affected By Butte, Valley Fires

Wednesday, September 16, 2015 | Sacramento, CA
Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio
 

Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

Hundreds are displaced or have lost their homes to the Butte and Valley fires that ripped through Northern California over the weekend.

Several groups have put together relief funds that residents can access. And other agencies are putting together helpful guides for those returning to their homes and properties. 

Capital Public Radio compiled a list of resources for those impacted by the fires:

  • PG&E offers a guide for those returning to their homes, including checking for damaged electric wirings and gas lines.
  • Cal Fire released this statement highlighting safety issues that may arise for people returning to their homes. This release also has information on emergency filling stations for those who have lost access to water.
  • Calaveras County created this website for information specific to the Butte Fire
  • Helpful Guide For Returning Home After A Wildfire
Cal Fire released these following tips:
  • If you see trees on a highway, please call Cal-Trans at 209-948-7543.
  • If you see trees on a County road, please call Public Works at 209-754-6402.
  • If you see any hazardous material or waste, please call Environmental Health at 209-754-6399.
  • If you see any fire danger or criminal activity, please call 911.
  • If you need to speak to a grief counselor, please call our local 24 hour mental health crisis line at (800) 499-3030.
  • Remember, there may still be many hazards to your health and safety as you return to your homes. Stay vigilant and aware. Click here for more.
Several companies have created relief funds and programs for victims of the fire. 
  • Golden 1 Credit Union activated its Natural Disaster Relief Loan Program. The company is offering short-term loans for up to $5,000 to help with expenses. More information here.
  • The MendoLake Credit Union also has a Fire Relief Fund. Applications can be found here. 
The Contractors State License Board activated its disaster support for residents in Amador, Calaveras and Lake counties whose homes were destroyed by the blazes. 
  • The CSLB has information on rebuilding. CSLB's Diaster Hotline is 800.962.1125, information line 800.321.CSLB (2752). In addition, the group has a Disaster Help Center with links and more information.
Many have turned to social media as one of the places to get information for those looking for lost pets or livestocks:
  • Butte Fire Lost & Found Pets And Livestock
  • Valley Fire Lake County Lost And Found Pets
  • Residents affected by the Butte Fire have been sharing this Google Spreadsheet on social media. It's a robust list of volunteer locations, donation needs and groups to contact for missing/found animals.
 

Follow us for more stories like this

CapRadio provides a trusted source of news because of you.  As a nonprofit organization, donations from people like you sustain the journalism that allows us to discover stories that are important to our audience. If you believe in what we do and support our mission, please donate today.

Donate Today  
Was this story useful?
yes
no

Will you help us improve our fires coverage? Head to our wildfire survey page to tell us what you think.

    More about wildfire

  • Andrew Nixon / CapRadio

    California Wildfires: Latest Updates

    CapRadio provides the latest information and updates on wildfires hitting the state, and resources for listeners to help prepare, follow and respond to fire.

    Related Stories

  • Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

    Valley Fire Update: Another Body Found In Lake County

    Wednesday, September 23, 2015
    UPDATE: Another body was discovered in the rubble of the Valley Fire in Lake County Tuesday night. Meanwhile, Cal Fire is making a final push to contain the Valley and Butte fires.
  • Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

    Pet Tales: Animal Rescue For Butte Fire, Valley Fire

    Wednesday, September 23, 2015
    There's been an extensive animal rescue effort in the wake of the Butte and Valley fires. Insight speaks with groups from both fires who have assisted.
  • Brian Skoloff / AP

    Damage Assessments Continue For Valley Fire

    Tuesday, September 22, 2015
    8 a.m. - Cal Fire says some 3,861 firefighters are continuing to battle the Valley Fire in Lake, Napa and Sonoma counties. The blaze has blackened 76,067 acres and is 75 percent contained.
  • Rich Pedroncelli / AP

    Butte Fire Containment Grows To 80 Percent

    Tuesday, September 22, 2015
    7:43 a.m. - The Butte Fire has charred 70,868 acres and is 80 percent contained.
  • Steve Crowley / Courtesy

    Butte Fire: Mandatory Evacuations Lifted, Containment At 72 Percent

    Sunday, September 20, 2015
    6:50 p.m. Sunday - Cal Fire has lifted all mandatory evacuations for the Butte Fire. Advisories are in place for some communities. The fire has consumed 70,760 acres since it started on Sept. 9.
  • Cal Fire PIO Berlant / Twitter

    Valley Fire Scorches 75,711 Acres, 69 Percent Contained

    Sunday, September 20, 2015
    6:53 p.m. Sunday - Cal Fire says the Valley Fire is now 75,711 acres and is 69 percent contained.
  • U.S. Forest Service / InciWeb

    Northern And Central California Wildfires Weekend Updates

    Sunday, September 20, 2015
    A look at the details of some of the major fires burning in northern and central California. The incidents are updated several times throughout the day, as new information becomes available.
  • Steve Crowley / Courtesy

    Butte Fire Containment Grows To 63 Percent

    Friday, September 18, 2015
    UPDATE: 7:55 p.m. - Containment on the Butte Fire in Amador and Calaveras counties has grown to 63 percent. Areas that have been repopulated are still under evacuation advisory. Acreage burned is holding at 70,760.
  • Eric Risberg / AP

    Valley Fire Containment Grows To 45 Percent

    Friday, September 18, 2015
    7:50 p.m. - People who live in the Berryessa Estates portion of Lake County were allowed to return home Thursday. The Valley Fire is still burning across 73,700 acres in Lake, Sonoma and Napa Counties. Containment now at 45 percent.
  • Steve Crowley / Courtesy

    Officials Identify 1 Of 2 People Killed In Butte Fire; Containment Grows

    Thursday, September 17, 2015
    10:30 p.m. - Fire officials say containment on the Butte Fire has reached 55 percent, with acreage holding at 70,760 through the day Thursday. The fire has claimed the lives of two resident inside their homes.
  • Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

    Officials Confirm 2 More Fatalities In Valley Fire; 1 Evacuation Order Lifted

    Thursday, September 17, 2015
    3:30 p.m. Cal Fire says the mandatory evacuation order for the community of Berryessa Estates has been lifted, to residents only. Meanwhile, the Lake County Sheriff is confirming two more deaths in the Valley Fire burning across 73,730 acres.
  • Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

    Insurance In The Aftermath Of Wildfires

    Thursday, September 17, 2015
    In the wildfire burn areas, insurance issues are in focus: where do you begin? What about independent adjusters? From the CA Department of Insurance, Nancy Kincaid offers some guidance.
  • Eric Risberg / AP

    How To Help Victims Of Butte, Valley Fires

    Monday, September 14, 2015
    The American Red Cross is operating evacuee centers for people displaced by the Valley and Butte fires. Those wanting to help should check with the centers and relief organizations for information on current needs, as they often change daily.

 wildfirebutte firevalley fire

Coronavirus Newsletter

Get answers to your questions, the latest updates and easy access to the resources you need, delivered to your inbox.

 

Want to know what to expect? Here's a recent newsletter.

Thanks for subscribing!

We'll send you weekly emails so you can stay informed about the coronavirus in California.

Browse all newsletters

More Stories

Andrew Nixon / CapRadio

Job program provides some hope in neighborhood at center of Sacramento’s homelessness crisis

May 16, 2022

Sacramento City Council District 1: Who's running in the June 7 primary election

May 19, 2022

Sacramento City Council District 5: Who's running in the June 7 primary election

May 19, 2022

Most Viewed

Top California Democrats in a stalemate over gas rebates

Downtown Sacramento shooting: What we know and latest updates

U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla will appear on California’s June primary ballot twice. Here’s why.

With California budget surplus projected at $97 billion, Newsom proposes driver rebates, more reproductive health funding

California coronavirus updates: Biden announces a third round of free at-home COVID-19 testing kits

We Get Support From:
Become a Supporter

Most Viewed

Top California Democrats in a stalemate over gas rebates

Downtown Sacramento shooting: What we know and latest updates

U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla will appear on California’s June primary ballot twice. Here’s why.

With California budget surplus projected at $97 billion, Newsom proposes driver rebates, more reproductive health funding

California coronavirus updates: Biden announces a third round of free at-home COVID-19 testing kits

Back to Top

  • CapRadio

    7055 Folsom Boulevard
    Sacramento, CA 95826-2625

    • (916) 278-8900
    • Toll-free (877) 480-5900
    • Email Us
    • Submit a News Tip
  • Contact Us

  • About Us

    • Contact Us / Feedback
    • Coverage
    • Directions
    • Careers & Internships
    • Mission / Vision / Core Values
    • Press
    • Staff Directory
    • Board of Directors
  • Listening Options

    • Mobile App
    • On Air Schedules
    • Smart Speakers
    • Playlist
    • Podcasts
    • RSS
  • Connect With Us

    •  Facebook
    •  Twitter
    •  Instagram
    •  YouTube
  • Donate

  • Listen

  • Newsletters

CapRadio stations are licensed to California State University, Sacramento. © 2022, Capital Public Radio. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Website Feedback FCC Public Files: KXJZ KKTO KUOP KQNC KXPR KXSR KXJS. For assistance accessing our public files, please call 916-278-8900 or email us.