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Blue Ridge Fire Update

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 27, 2020 with No Comments

While the Blue Ridge Fire continues to burn, here is what we know: 1. It is presently estimated at 8,000 acres by OC Fire Authority. Most of that acreage is very likely Chino Hills State Park. This means more than 50% of the park has burned (again).2. Evacuation orders are still in place and some extending in some areas, including: Yorba Linda, Brea, Diamond Bar, and Chino Hills.3. The fire did not make it over into Brea’s side of Soquel … Read More

Blue Ridge Fire Ignites in YL

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 26, 2020 with No Comments

As some of you may know, there is a wildfire burning north of Green River Golf Course. Based on the aerial footage, portions of Chino Hills State Park near Scully Ridge Trail and Lower Aliso Canyon Trail appear to be burning. Please follow all evacuation orders and be prepared to leave if you are near the wildfire. View the ABC Channel 7 Newscast.

Fire Presentation to Fire Board

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on October 16, 2020 with No Comments

This week we were pleased to present our 105 Years of Wildfire History to the Chino Valley Fire District Board of Directors. In the time of COVID–we are doing 100% virtual presentations. If your organization, homeowners’ association or service club would like a presentation–please reach out: info@HillsForEveryone.org. Image: A screen capture of five individuals sitting behind a black table physically distanced in a meeting.)

Support for Fire Victims and Responders

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 21, 2020 with No Comments

There are so many fires burning all over California impacting families, communities, infrastructure, and our parks. This email from the California State Parks Foundation shows just how wide spread the wildfires are and how many state parks have partial or full closures. Please be safe, follow posted closures, and avoid wildfire/evacuation areas. We’ve been there before with the Freeway Complex Fire and its impacts to Chino Hills State Park, so we are sending our love to all the other sister … Read More

August E-Newsletter

by Melanie Schlotterbeck on August 18, 2020 with No Comments

August Heatwave a Good Reminder Know how to be safe outdoors in the extreme heat, view the Neowise comet, and learn about the recent Migratory Bird Treaty win! View the August E-Newsletter.