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Show Wed/Thurs/Fri, August 8-10, 2018 The Park Record B-7 NorCal fire largest in state’s history Homes and lives destroyed by twin California blazes Associated Press CLEARLAKE, Calif. — A utility worker was killed near a Northern California wildfire as crews working in sweltering conditions battled multiple blazes, including twin fires that exploded in size and forced hundreds more to evacuate rural communities, officials said Sunday. The Pacific Gas and Electric employee was fatally injured in a vehicle-related accident Saturday on the western edge of the Carr Fire in Shasta County, utility spokeswoman Melissa Subbotin said. Jairus Ayeta, who was in his 20s, worked as an apprentice lineman and was part of a PG&E crew working in “dangerous terrain” to restore power, she said. Ayeta is the seventh person to die in the immense blaze that has been burning for two weeks near Redding, where armies of firefighters and fleets of aircraft continue battling the flames about 100 miles south of the Oregon state line. Two firefighters and four residents, including two children, were also killed. The fire was more than 40 percent contained Sunday. Meanwhile to the south, new evacuations were ordered Saturday evening near twin fires burning in Mendocino and Lake counties across wilderness on both sides of Clear Lake. Dry, hot winds fueled both blazes, which have collectively charred nearly 400 square miles of brush and timber. The entire so-called Mendocino Complex Fire is now the largest on record in the state, officials said. On Sunday night, Cal Fire reported that the Ranch Fire is 23 percent contained, and the River Fire is 58 percent contained. A total of 9,300 structures are threatened, 68 homes have been destroyed and 12 other homes have been damaged, the agency said. Evacuations were ordered in neighboring Glenn and Colusa counties, including an area just east of the boundary of Mendocino National Forest. Temperatures will remain hot all week across much of the state including Southern California, where red flag warnings for increased fire danger are in place. Gov. Jerry Brown on Saturday toured Redding neighborhoods wiped out by flames and called on President Donald Trump to help California fight and recover from the devastating wildfire season. “The president has been pretty good on helping us in disasters, so I’m hopeful,” said Brown, a Democrat. “Tragedies bring people together.” On Sunday, Trump tweeted Sunday that the wildfires hit- ting California are “being magnified & made so much worse by the bad environmental laws which aren’t allowing massive amount of readily available water to be properly utilized.” Trump said the water is being diverted into the Pacific Ocean. The president also called for clearing trees to stop the fires from spreading. Some areas on the fire’s southeastern flank in Redding were reopened to relieved residents. The Carr Fire, which incinerated 1,067 homes, started with sparks from the steel wheel of a towed-trailer’s flat tire, Department of Agriculture and Fire Prevention officials said. The fire burned slowly for days before winds suddenly whipped it up last week and drove it quickly through dry brush and trees. It burned so furiously on July 26 that it created what is called a fire whirl. The twirling tower of flame reached speeds of 143 mph, which rivaled some of the most destructive Midwest tornados, National Weather Service meteorologist Duane Dykema said. The whirl uprooted trees and tore roofs from homes, Dykema said. There are at least 18 major fires burning throughout California, authorities said. In all, they have destroyed hundreds of homes, killed eight people — including two firefighters assisting in a wildfire near Yosemite National Park. On Sunday, the National Park Service announced that parts of Yosemite National Park will remain closed indefinitely because of growing fires in areas near and on the park. The park service says the parts of Yosemite that will remain closed include Yosemite Valley, El Portal Road, Wawona Road, Big Oak Flat Road, Glacier Point, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias, the Merced Grove of Giant Sequoias, Wawona Campground, Crane Flat Campground and Tamarack Campground. A wildfire burning in Tuolumne County in Northern California grew dramatically Sunday and led to more evacuation orders, the Sacramento Bee reported. The fire started Wednesday near the east side of Donnell Lake, the Bee reported. Strong winds pushed the fire northeast Saturday, and it had grown to about nine square miles as of Sunday afternoon with no containment, according to U.S. Forest Service officials. The California Highway Patrol closed Highway 108 eastbound at Eagle Meadow Road and westbound at Dardanelle Resort on Saturday because of the fast-growing fire, which is burning in steep and rough terrain in the Stanislaus National Forest, according to the newspaper. A mandatory evacuation order was issued for the area, including all campgrounds and homes, the Bee reported. Some of the pets at Nuzzles & Co. looking for love These animals are available to be seen at the Nuzzles & Co. Adoption Center and Rescue Ranch. Our Adoption Center is open Monday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located in the Tanger Outlets in Kimball Junction. Our Rescue Ranch is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Sunday. The Rescue Ranch is located at 6466 N. Highview Road in Peoa. Introducing... 435-645-7139 www.marketatparkcity.com Please look for our insert in today’s paper! 1990 Murphy Noni Rocco Spruce This sweet gal is Noni, a 2-year-old cattle dog mix! She has such a nice temperament. Noni loves to go on walks, is very energetic, and loves to play. She is good with other dogs and is more than willing to give cats their space. Come and meet this sweet girl today! Meet Rocco, a handsome senior gentleman. This Maltese/ Poodle mix is a little on the shy, nervous side but is very sweet once he gets to know you. He is good with other dogs but prefers a home without cats and children. He loves to be outside with his favorite people! Spruce is a sweet and gentle Hound mix. This handsome senior is looking for a relaxed and peaceful home where he can spend his golden years surrounded by love and comfort. Spruce loves to go for leisurely walks. He doesn’t mind cats and does well with mild-tempered and non-dominant dogs. 2018 2018 Committed To DEDICATED TO PARK CITY FOR 28 YEARS (435) 649-8322 theteam@parkcitytitle.com 1670 Bonanza Drive • Park Record Building LIZY Meet Murphy, a 1-year-old Shepherd mix. This happy dog is full of energy! He needs a patient owner who can help him overcome his fears. He is dog-selective but ignores cats. He also prefers a home without small children. 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Pineapple is a 2-year-old tabby and white Domestic Shorthair. He’s a spunky and playful cat with lots of energy. He loves to spend time with people and does well with other cats. Pineapple will bring lots of fun, laughter, and love to his forever home! Wanted: Volunteers These Organizations are looking for volunteers. If you would like to include your group in this section, please email information to copyeditor@parkrecord.com. Please limit your entry to no more than 75 words <b>Applegate Home Care & Hospice Applegate Home Care & Hospice is welcoming volunteers to join its team of caring professionals who dedicate their lives to helping others. The hospice volunteer offers service, compassion, and a listening ear to clients and their families. If you would like to volunteer or want to learn more about volunteering with Applegate, please contact the hospice volunteer coordinator at 800-871-0102 or visit applegatehomecare.com. Arts-Kids Help kids release their creativity and enjoy some terrific feedback by assisting artists and facilitators with after-school programs in Park City and surrounding areas or in the Arts-Kids office on Bonanza Drive. Programs run for two-and-a-half hours weekly during parts of the fall and spring semesters, so your time commitment can be small, but the benefit to the kids will be great. Please visit Arts-Kids.org or call 435-615-7878 to learn more. Beehive Homes of Park City Beehive Homes of Park City, a quality assisted-living facility that focuses on nurturing residents and fostering independence, is looking for caring and reliable volunteers to provide meaningful activities in an individual or group setting. These activities could include music, art, pet therapy, reading, current events, games, gardening ... the possibilities are endless! Please contact Colleen at 435-649-0977. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Utah We need dependable, consistent mentors to make a difference in the lives of local children. Volunteers are matched with children facing adversity who want and need the influence of a positive role model. Commitment is 12 months, 2-4 times per month. Flexible, fun, and rewarding. Contact us at 435-649-9366 for details, email us at lacey.cole-rae@bbbsu.org, or inquire online at bbbsu.org. Canines With a Cause Canines With a Cause is looking for volunteers interested in learning dog training and assessment skills. Volunteers will foster and train prospective service and companion dogs to be placed with veterans suffering with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). For more information please contact Cathy King at 435-640-9095. The Christian Center of Park City The Christian Center is looking for volunteers with a passion for helping the community. Open six days a week, the center needs volunteers (ages 16+) to help in the food pantry, boutique store, and thrift store, and with seasonal events throughout the year. Interested? Fill out an online volunteer application at www.ccofpc. org or contact Volunteer Coordinator Jenny Mauer at jenny@ccofpc.org or 435-649-2260, ext. 15. EATS Park City EATS Park City is dedicated to working with the school district and community to improve the school-lunch program using education as the foundation for change. School volunteers are needed to help with programs like lunchtime taste tests, cooking classes, and community events. Give an hour a week or a few hours a month to support interesting and fun ways to increase Park City children’s healthy habits. Contact eatspc@gmail.com to get involved. For a full list of volunteer opportunities, visit parkrecord.com/volunteers MICHELLE HUGGINS 4 35 . 6 59. 4 4 07 D M I C H E L L E H U G G I N S @ H OT M A I L .CO M |
