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Brook Fire Evacuations Update | Chico News
Most evacuation orders for the Brook Fire in Shasta County have been lifted, letting many residents return home—but two zones, BEV-4250 and BEV-4370, remain under mandatory evacuation. Key roads like Backbone Ridge and Backbone at Seaman Gulch are still closed, though Elk Trail East is open for local residents. Fire crews are still on the ground and need clear access—so everyone else should stay out of the way. The Sheriff’s Office urges caution for those returning and strongly recommends signing up for Alert Shasta and downloading the free Genasys Protect app to track your zone and get…
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