Fire History
Siskiyou County's forested mountain terrain borders Oregon and encompasses some of the most remote fire country in California. The 2018 Klamathon Fire burned near Yreka. The 2021 Lava Fire, Antelope Fire, and Mill Fire each caused significant damage. The Mill Fire near Weed in 2022 destroyed over 100 structures and killed 2 people. Siskiyou's diverse terrain from the Klamath Mountains to the Cascades creates varied but persistent fire risk throughout the county.
Local Compliance Notes
CAL FIRE Siskiyou Unit serves unincorporated SRA areas. Communities near Weed, Mount Shasta, Etna, Yreka, and communities along Interstate 5 and Highway 97 face Zone Zero compliance obligations. The county's remoteness and limited contractor base make early planning essential for Phase 1 compliance.
Neighborhoods in Zone Zero
High-FHSZ communities in Siskiyou County include Weed, Mount Shasta, McCloud, Dunsmuir, Etna, Fort Jones, Scott Valley communities, Yreka foothills, Hornbrook, and communities along the Klamath River and Interstate 5 corridor.
Local FAQs
Are communities near Weed and Mount Shasta subject to Zone Zero? Yes — the 2022 Mill Fire demonstrated the severe and rapid fire risk in the Weed area. Communities throughout Siskiyou County in FHSZ areas face Zone Zero compliance requirements. Contact CAL FIRE Siskiyou Unit for guidance and assessment scheduling.