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Volunteers and CalFire Clean Up Fortuna Cemetery for Memorial Day

25 May 2026 12:40

A community cleanup at Sunrise Cemetery in Fortuna prepared veterans' graves for Memorial Day. - CalFire High Rock Camp crews and volunteers participated on May 16.

- Efforts included trimming, raking, and restoring headstones. - Last year's larger cleanup uncovered forgotten graves and restored monuments.

- The American Legion and local businesses also contributed. The event ensures each veteran's resting site is honored with a flag for Memorial Day weekend.

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