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The Orion

Chico State's independent student newspaper

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Chico State's independent student newspaper

The Orion

Victims of the fire attended the meeting in Feather Falls for information about what to do next. Photo credit: Christian Solis

Ponderosa fire victims learn to rebuild their homes

Christian Solis // September 22, 2017

People who lost their homes during the Ponderosa fire gathered Thursday night to learn about what aid is available to them. Feather Falls Fire Safe Council hosted a meeting at the Mt. Springs Grange...

The fire has damages many homes. Photo courtesy of Butte County Sheriff's Office

Fire assistance center now open for victims of Ponderosa Fire

Luke Dennison // September 12, 2017

Ponderosa Fire victims can receive assistance at the Fire Assistance Center.The fire started August 29 by Ponderosa Way and it has destroyed 32 homes and 22 other buildings.A local Assistance Center has...

Photo courtesy of Butte County Sheriff's Office

Air pollution increases due to Ponderosa fire

Cameron O'Brien // September 2, 2017

Warnings have been posted by campus administration regarding the air quality in Chico, due to the Ponderosa fire. 3,500 acres of land in the Butte county area have been affected. At least, 500 homes...

Photo courtesy of Butte County Sheriff's Office

Fire in Butte County leads to evacuations

Christian Solis // August 30, 2017

A fire in Ponderosa started Tuesday afternoon, growing to cover 2,500 acres. The fire, nine-miles northeast of Oroville, is zero percent contained and expected to expand further north, according...

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