Calaveras County Sheriff's Office

08/27/2026

On August 27, 2026, representatives from the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services (OES) continued making forward progress on the recovery effort of the Gann Fire.

Thursday’s effort included a meeting with representatives of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services and the California Department of Toxic Substances Control. Following the meeting, agency representatives were led to the Gann Fire burn area, and a Phase I plan for household hazardous waste cleanup was developed.

Starting on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, representatives from the Department of Toxic Substances Control, Calaveras County Environmental Health, and the Calaveras County Sheriff’s OES team will be working in the burn area to collect household hazardous waste and bulk asbestos from damaged properties.

This waste may include:

• Paints
• Solvents
• Aerosols
• Pesticides
• Pool chemicals
• Household or automotive batteries
• Compressed gas cylinders
• Propane tanks
• Electronic waste
• Asbestos siding
• Pipe insulation
• Old chimney flues
• Lead-based paint debris

The collected hazardous waste will be properly transported and disposed of at no
cost to the homeowners.

Homeowners of damaged properties are encouraged, though not required, to participate in this no-cost program.

Additionally, on Sunday, August 30th, members of the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services Watershed Mitigation, Coordination, and Outreach Unit will be in the Gann Fire burn area to identify watershed concerns. This visit will allow the team to collect the data needed to determine what materials will be needed for watershed protection. Watershed protection measures will begin once the hazardous materials cleanup reaches partial completion.

Calaveras County OES is asking that this posting be shared to reach as many people whose homes were affected by the Gann Fire as possible.

Questions and concerns can be addressed to:

[email protected] or by telephone at (209) 754-2890.

Please note that OES is receiving a high volume of calls, and the team will return your call or message as soon as possible.

08/27/2026

Celebrating Service & Dedication

Today, the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office is proud to recognize three members of our team as they reach significant milestones in their careers with the Sheriff’s Office.

Lieutenant DeAyrian Greaves — 20 Years of Service

Lieutenant Greaves began her career with the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office in 2006 as a Deputy Sheriff. Over the past 20 years, she has served in Patrol, Narcotics, Detectives, and as an ATF Task Force Officer, while continuing to take on leadership roles within the department. She has served as a Field Training Officer, Patrol and Administrative Sergeant, and has supervised several divisions and units throughout her career. Lieutenant Greaves is also a certified Hostage Negotiator and team leader with the Crisis Negotiation Team, where she has helped manage multiple critical incidents. Her commitment to the Sheriff’s Office and to the people of Calaveras County has been evident throughout every stage of her career.

Sergeant Jim Moser — 20 Years of Service

For the past 20 years, Sergeant Moser has served the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office in a variety of specialized and leadership roles. A graduate of the prestigious Contra Costa County Police Academy, Class 157, Sergeant Moser went on to become a valued member of the Sheriff’s Office SWAT Team, eventually earning the position of Team Leader. He also served as a K9 handler with K9 Knox, who was himself SWAT certified. Throughout his career, Sergeant Moser has continued to take on roles that reflect his commitment to training, teamwork, and service. He has served as a department Defensive Tactics and Baton Instructor, Field Training Officer, Patrol Supervisor, and in Marine Safety. His willingness to step into challenging roles, share his knowledge, and help develop those around him has made him a respected and valued member of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office. Sergeant Moser is also the current Deputy Sheriffs’ Association (DSA) President.

Senior Dispatcher Brittni Stevens — 10 Years of Service

For the past 10 years, Brittni Stevens has been a dedicated member of our Communications Division and has become an accomplished Senior Dispatcher. Brittni also serves as a Tactical Dispatcher during critical incidents and is a POST-certified First Aid and CPR Instructor for our department. Her professionalism and commitment to the job have not gone unnoticed, as she has been named Dispatcher of the Year twice during her career.

Sheriff Rachelle Whiting and the entire Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office are extremely proud of these three individuals and grateful for the hard work, dedication, and continued growth they have demonstrated throughout their careers.

Milestones like these are more than a number. They represent years of early mornings, late nights, difficult calls, critical incidents, long hours, and countless moments where these individuals have stepped up to serve their coworkers and their community.

Please join us in congratulating Lieutenant Greaves, Sergeant Moser, and Senior Dispatcher Stevens on these well-deserved milestones.

Thank you for your service to the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office and to the people of Calaveras County.

We are proud to have you on our team.

08/26/2026

Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office Prepares To Go Pink for Cancer Awareness

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and once again, the women and men of the Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office are preparing to wear pink to show our support for those who are fighting cancer.

For many of us, cancer isn’t something distant. It has touched our families, our friends, our coworkers, and people we care about. We all know someone who has heard the words, “You have cancer.” We know the fear that comes with it, the strength it takes to keep going, and the hope that comes from knowing you have people standing beside you.

That’s what wearing pink means to us.

Throughout October, you will see our deputies and county employees wearing pink patches and cancer-awareness apparel as a small but visible way of saying we see you, we support you, and you are not alone.

We’re also continuing our “Together We Fight” fundraiser this year, with a portion of every purchase going to the American Cancer Society to help support cancer research, prevention, and programs for patients and their families.

If you’d like to be part of it, you can order your shirt here:

https://www.customink.com/fundraising/calaveras-county-sheriffs-office-goes-pink-2026

There are several styles available, and anyone can order. You don’t have to work for the Sheriff’s Office or the county. If you have someone in your life who has battled cancer, is battling it now, or if you simply want to show your support, we’d love to have you join us.

Put on a little pink. Take a picture. Share it with us. Let someone know they’re being thought of.

The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office will not receive any proceeds, and the donation will be made directly from Custom Ink to the American Cancer Society. Our primary goal is to raise awareness and generate funds to support their vital work in cancer research, prevention, and patient support. Please help us support this goal by buying a shirt today!

To everyone fighting cancer, to the families standing beside them, and to those who have lost someone they love, we stand with you.

08/25/2026

Deputies Remain Vigilant During Fire Season

With fire season underway and our community still recovering from the devastating effects of the Gann Fire, our deputies remain alert for activity that could potentially put our communities at risk.

On August 21, 2026, at approximately 7:13 p.m., a Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office deputy was in the 200 block of Highway 12 in Valley Springs when the deputy recognized a subject matching the description associated with an unauthorized fire that had occurred in the same area the previous day.

During that incident, deputies responded, and the fire was ultimately extinguished. Additional information on a possible subject associated with the fire was obtained.

The following evening, the deputy encountered a subject matching the description in the same area where the initial fire had occurred. The subject was hunched over what appeared to be a pile of discarded items and a plastic bin. Based on the circumstances and the information from the previous incident, the deputy stopped to investigate. During the contact, the subject became extremely agitated and attempted to elude the deputy, leading to his arrest.

This incident highlights that our deputies don’t simply respond to calls and move on to the next. They remember what they see, retain information from previous incidents, recognize patterns, and remain alert when they are back out patrolling our communities. That vigilance is especially important during fire season.

A small fire, an unauthorized burn, or suspicious activity around discarded materials can quickly become something much more serious. Our deputies are continually watching for circumstances that could potentially lead to a fire and taking the time to investigate when something doesn’t look right.

This incident is a testament to the hard work and vigilance of our deputies and their commitment to keeping our communities safe.

If you see someone lighting an unauthorized fire or observe suspicious activity that could potentially lead to a fire, call 9-1-1 and report it.

We appreciate our deputies for staying alert, remembering what they see, and taking action when circumstances warrant it.

08/22/2026

ROSS FIRE UPDATE | MURPHYS
The evacuation warning for the Ross Fire has been lifted, and roads in the affected area have reopened.
Fire personnel will continue working in the area. Please use caution when traveling nearby, watch for emergency vehicles and personnel, and allow crews the space they need to safely continue their work.

08/22/2026

ROSS FIRE | EVACUATION UPDATE
The Evacuation Order for Genasys Zone CCU-133 has been reduced to an Evacuation Warning for the Ross Fire.
Residents should remain alert and be prepared to evacuate should conditions change.
TRAFFIC CONTROL
A traffic control point is in place at Canyon Drive at Murphys Grade Road. Please use caution and follow the directions of emergency personnel.
Fire personnel will continue working throughout the area. Residents and motorists are asked to use caution, watch for emergency vehicles and personnel, and avoid unnecessary travel through the affected area.
Please continue to monitor official sources for updated evacuation information.

08/22/2026

**UPDATE: The American Red Cross evacuation shelter at Bret Harte High School has closed.**

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In coordination with HHSA, the American Red Cross has opened an evacuation shelter for residents impacted by the Ross Fire.

Bret Harte High School (Upper Gym)
323 S. Main Street
Angels Camp, CA
Pet-Friendly

Residents impacted by the Ross Fire who need a safe place to go are welcome at the shelter. Please continue to follow official evacuation information and updates.

CAL FIRE Updates (Ross Fire)
https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2026/8/21/ross

Know Your Evacuation Zone
Enter your address in the search bar to know your current evacuation status.
https://protect.genasys.com/en

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

ROSS FIRE | EVACUATION ORDER
The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office has issued an Evacuation Order for Genasys Zone CCU-133 due to the Ross Fire, burning in the area of 3300 Canyon Court in Murphys.
Residents within Zone CCU-133 should evacuate immediately and follow the directions of emergency personnel.
Please avoid the affected area and keep roadways clear for responding fire and law enforcement resources.
Residents in surrounding areas should remain alert and be prepared should additional evacuation notifications become necessary.
For current evacuation information and zone status, please monitor Genasys Protect.
We will provide additional information as it becomes available.

08/21/2026

UPDATE – LOMA FIRE | MOUNTAIN RANCH
EVACUATIONS LIFTED
All mandatory evacuations associated with the Loma Fire have been lifted. Residents may return to their homes.
TRAFFIC CONTROL
A traffic control point will remain in place at Swiss Ranch Road and Railroad Flat Road, with access limited to residents only.
EVACUATION SHELTER
The evacuation shelter at the Valley Springs Veterans Hall will be closing following the lifting of evacuations.
Fire personnel will continue working in the area. Residents returning home and those traveling nearby are asked to use caution, watch for emergency vehicles and personnel, and follow any directions provided by first responders.
Thank you to our community for your cooperation throughout the incident, and please continue to be safe as fire crews complete their work in the area.