Fire History and Resources

According to a news release from the U.S. Forest Service, dated Nov. 8, 2011: The Ruth Fire Investigation is continuing.  Mad River District Ranger Tom Hudson was quoted as saying, “The Forest Service criminal investigator’s efforts have determined the fire was human-caused, but at this time appears it was not arson.  The investigative report will…

According to  information received by KMUD News: As of today, September 29, 2011 at 7 am, the Ruth Fire was 100% contained. The fire which started Sept. 23 burned a total of 1,460 acres. Current Fire Situation: The Ruth Fire is burning on the Six Rivers and Shasta-Trinity National Forests near the community of Ruth.…

According to information received by KMUD News dated 9/28/11:   There will be a community meeting, Thursday, September 29 at 3:00 p.m. at the Volunteer Fire Department in Ruth. The Ruth Fire Information phone number is (707) 574-6443. Current Fire Situation: The Ruth Fire is burning on the Six Rivers and Shasta-Trinity National Forests near…

According to information received by KMUD News on 9/27/11: The Ruth Fire burning on the Six Rivers and Shasta-Trinity National Forests, near the community of Ruth, is now 80% contained. The fire is currently estimated at 1,515 acres and is burning at a low to minimal rate of spread. The fire has spread over South…