Ranchers urge Sierra County emergency declaration after alleged wolf attacks

Aug 13, 2025

A public commenter representing a local conservation district described recent cattle losses and urged commissioners to declare an emergency so ranchers can access federal assistance and disaster programs.

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A public commenter representing the Salt and Water Conservation District described a series of livestock losses and asked the commission to declare an emergency for Sierra County to enable requests for federal disaster assistance. The speaker said recent incidents included the loss of cows and calves and noted the financial and emotional toll on families that rely on cattle income.

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