CHP Clear Lake

This is the official Twitter account of the CHP Clear Lake Area. This account is not monitored 24/7. For emergencies, please call 9-1-1.

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🚨 TRAFFIC SAFETY ALERT: MAXIMUM DUI ENFORCEMENT TONIGHT IN LAKE COUNTY 🚨

Tonight starting at 6:00 PM there is a Maximum Enforcement Period targeting Driving Under the Influence (DUI).
Officers will be out looking for impaired drivers.

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If you see smoke or flame in the area of State Route 29 and Hill Road in Lakeport, don’t be alarmed! Caltrans and CalFire are conducting a joint prescribed burn operation towards the Nice-Lucerne cutoff, hoping to decrease the fire danger on and near our freeway.

#lakecounty

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Today, we honor the courage and sacrifice of the heroes of D-Day. Their bravery on June 6, 1944, changed the course of history and secured the freedoms we cherish today. We will never forget their legacy.

#DDay #NormandyLandings #NeverForget #CHP #SafetyServiceSecurity

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The California Highway Patrol has a Holiday Enforcement Period from Friday, May 22nd at 6 pm through Monday, May 25th at 11:59 pm. As part of the national "Click It or Ticket" enforcement campaign, CHP Clear Lake will be focusing on seat belt and child restraint violations.

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A seat belt can be the difference between walking away from a crash and never making it home.

From May 18–31, the California Highway Patrol will participate in the national Click It or Ticket campaign with increased seat belt enforcement.

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🚔 Fun Fact Friday 🚔

Did you know California Vehicle Code section 21809 requires drivers to “Move Over” for emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and highway workers stopped on the roadside with flashing lights?

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The California Highway Patrol, Clear Lake and Ukiah Area’s El Protector Program are attending Festival Del Cinco De Mayo. Officer Cortez #17904, Officer Marin #20200, Officer Gregor #23581, are ready to talk about seatbelt safety, DUI awareness, and stolen vehicle information.

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The CHP Clear Lake Area is thankful for the invitation to attend the 2026 National Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Day event today in Lakeport. We are having a great time meeting and socializing with our local Native Communities.
#CHP #CHPClearLake

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Beginning tomorrow, April 28, 2026, officers will be conducting a Maximum Enforcement Period focused on speeding violations.

The California Highway Patrol is stepping up speed enforcement to protect everyone on the road.

Slowing down saves lives.

#chpclearlake #CHP

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Wearing your seatbelt is the quickest and safest method to make sure you arrive to your destination safely.

Thankfully this driver was properly restrained and it saved their life

Slow down. Buckle up. Stay alert.

#CHP #CHPClearlake #ClickitorTicket

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Please welcome our newly promoted officer from the CHP Academy in West Sacramento, Officer Gill, who graduated on Friday, April 10, 2026. After 26 weeks of intensive training, he was officially sworn in. Welcome to CHP Clear Lake.
#CHPClearLake #LakeCounty #CHP #Kelseyville

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A BIG WIN for road safety in the neighborhood! 🚦

With the assistance of Caltrans, the new “LEFT TURN YIELD ON GREEN” signs are now installed on Live Oak Drive at the Intersection of State Route 29 in Kelseyville — exactly where we needed it.

Drive safe out there, Kelseyville!

[CHP Clear Lake @ChpClear]

This week, we celebrate the unseen heroes behind the scenes—our incredible public safety dispatchers.

Thank you, Dallana, Allen, Lorie, Lizz, Leah, Lindsey, Katie, Sarah, Maria and Jack!! for your tireless commitment, professionalism, and unwavering service.
#CHPClearLake

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Eyes on the road. Hands on the wheel. Your Mind on driving.
Your family, friends, and fellow Californians are counting on you to arrive safely. Drive distraction-free. Arrive alive.
Please, Put Your Phone Down. Just Drive.

Share this message — it could save a life.

[CHP Clear Lake @ChpClear]

Dirt bikes are meant for off-road use unless properly equipped and registered. Violations can lead to citations, fines, and impound.

🏍️ Ride smart. Ride legal. Stay safe.

If you see reckless activity, do not engage report it safely.

#DriveSafe #RideSafe #CHP

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🚔👮‍♂️ CHP Clear Lake attends career day at local Elementary School 👧🧒

We had an amazing time visiting Mountain Visa Middle School on Friday and sharing what it means to serve with the California Highway Patrol!

#CHP #chpclearlake #CareerDay #TrafficSafety #FutureLeaders

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Subject: Miller

A Big shoutout and heartfelt thanks to CHP Sergeant Simon Miller for his outstanding service and dedication to the CHP Clear Lake Area! Sergeant Miller is transferring tothe Ukiah Area, Laytonville Resident Post.💙 #CHP #ThankYou #UkiahCHP #Laytonville

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*FINAL UPDATE*
The truck and trailer have been recovered and all lanes are open. Drive safely!

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*CAUTION*
There is a BIG RIG crash on the eastbound shoulder of State Route 20 near Mile Marker 38.0 towards the Colusa County Line. CalTrans is conducting one way traffic control to recover the truck and trailer. Please drive with caution as you approach.

[CHP Clear Lake @ChpClear]

*CAUTION*
There is a BIG RIG crash on the eastbound shoulder of State Route 20 near Mile Marker 38.0 towards the Colusa County Line. CalTrans is conducting one way traffic control to recover the truck and trailer. Please drive with caution as you approach.