Lake County commissioners ratify local disaster declaration for Willow Fire

Jul 20, 2026

At a June 30 special meeting, the Lake County Board of County Commissioners ratified a local disaster emergency for the Willow Fire. County Manager Candace Grimes said the declaration, made Sunday at 7:07 p.m., allows the county to seek state and federal reimbursement for response costs.

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The Lake County Board of County Commissioners on June 30 ratified a local disaster emergency declaration for the Willow Fire, clearing the way for the county to seek state and federal reimbursement for response and recovery expenses, County Manager Candace Grimes said.

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