Valley Springs, CA — California Governor Gavin Newsom has proclaimed a State of Emergency due to the Gann Fire in Calaveras County. It directs state agencies to support local response efforts and help protect public health and safety. In moments like this, Californians show who we are: neighbors helping neighbors, communities standing together, and people stepping up without hesitation.” There are over 2,700 personnel, 12 helicopters, 247 fire engines, 46 dozers, and 25 water tenders fighting the Gann Fire. It ignited on August 3 just before 5:30 pm near Hogan Dam Road and Gann Road near Valley Springs.