SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. (KIEM) – Upwards of 6,700 acres of land is scorched as of Wednesday by the growing Carr Fire in Shasta County. As of Wednesday evening, firefighters are calling the Carr Fire just 10% contained. Evacuations remain in place for residents due to the fire burning near Whiskeytown. Highway 299 is still closed, … Continue reading Carr Fire scorches 6,773 acres, Highway 299 may re-open late Thursday morning