Gann Fire Forces Evacuations | Sacramento News

Sacramento News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 7, 2026 · 1m

The Gann fire in Calaveras County has forced urgent evacuations, uprooting families like Glenn Meeks after two decades in their home—now sheltered in Valley Springs with gratitude for community support. With flames advancing too fast to ignore, residents heed warnings as crews battle hotspots and officials block roads like Pool Station. Skeptics like Tom Youtsey doubt containment until weather shifts, while others, like his wife, evacuate with neighbors’ help. Dead trees and relentless firefighting keep evacuation orders in place, as the Sheriff’s Office prioritizes safety amid unpredictable…