Wildfires Rage; Fatal Crash: Tri-Valley Police Logs

TRI-VALLEY, CA — Here's a collection of police, fire and courts news from around the Tri-Valley this week:

Tri-Valley May See Increased Smoke In Coming Days

A Santa Clara County burn operation will be undertaken in attempt to strengthen control lines of the SCU Lightning Complex Fires.

SCU Lightning Complex Fires Burn 373,000 Acres; 35% Contained

Nearly 30 buildings have been destroyed in the blaze.

Tri-Valley DUI Operation Planned Saturday

The annual Saturation Saturday patrol is meant to call attention to the issue of driving under the influence.

Dublin Man Killed In Fatal Crash; Baby Spared

A seven-month-old and 19-year-old were also injured after crashing into a big-rig.

Livermore Burn Victims Caught Fire While Escaping: Report

The men were trying to set up sprinklers when the fire caught up to them, KRON reported.

SCU Lightning Complex Fires Now The Biggest In California

At nearly 364,000 acres, the SCU Lightning Complex fires have now surpassed those in the North Bay.

SCU Lightning Complex Fire: 'We're Going To Put This Fire To Bed'

Cal Fire expects a long road ahead to extinguishing the wildfires as firefighters pace themselves amid this "marathon."

Fatal Head-On Car Crash Near San Ramon Could Be Alcohol-Related

A driver was killed just outside San Ramon's city limits Saturday after reportedly driving recklessly, CHP said.

Evacuation Warnings Near Tri-Valley Lifted

Evacuation warnings near Fremont and in unincorporated eastern Alameda County were lifted by Cal Fire Tuesday evening.

Vegetation Fire Burns Monday In Livermore

The fire was reported around 5 p.m.

SCU Lightning Complex Fire Is 2nd Largest In CA History

The cluster of 20 lightning-sparked fires spread across several counties was threatening thousands of homes.

SCU Lightning Complex Firefighters Can't Accept Donations

Firefighters thanked the public for their support, but urged the public to instead donate to Red Cross or another organization.