Fourth of July Celebration
After a tense week following the Angora fire, this July Fourth was a welcomed diversion. Most communities celebrated scheduled events, and visitors who traveled to the Lake and contributed to the tourist economy were welcomed with open arms. An estimated 10,000 people were drawn to the lake to join the festivities which lasted for several days. Incline Village held a boat parade, featuring boats donned in red, white and blue, and Uncle Sam made an appearance on a surf board. read more...

Tahoe "Angora Fire"- South Lake Tahoe Recovers
The Angora Fire burned more than 3,100 acres and destroyed 254 homes in South Lake Tahoe. The fire was believed to be started accidentally, from an illegal camp fire near Seneca Pond. The fire quickly spread, fueled by years of accumulation of forest undergrowth and pine needles. Embers from tree crowns engulfed in the blaze started spot fires, as winds whipped through the area. Two firefighters became trapped in the blaze, and survived by quickly deploying a fire blanket, covering themselves in the middle of a field while the fire raged around them. view news & photos...