The Wilson Creek Fire has been contained. The announcement was made June 8. The approximately 1,608-acre fire was located on Mt. Wilson, northeast of … [Read more...] about Wilson Creek fire contained
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State fire officials eye return of summer rain
As reported recently by the Associated Press, Nevada fire officials say the worst drought conditions the state has seen in two decades should make for … [Read more...] about State fire officials eye return of summer rain
Communities learn ways to reduce wildfire threat at virtual summit
LAS VEGAS – University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Living With Fire Program presents the Nevada Network of Fire Adapted Communities Summit. This … [Read more...] about Communities learn ways to reduce wildfire threat at virtual summit
State tightens fire restrictions
Dry conditions trigger ban on campfires As reported recently in the Las Vegas Review-Journal, increased fire restrictions, which previously applied … [Read more...] about State tightens fire restrictions
Opinion: Incident Management Team 7’s commitment to a clean school
by Jeff Knudson, Incident Commander Fire season impacts all of us - from those out on the fire line to individual community members and businesses … [Read more...] about Opinion: Incident Management Team 7’s commitment to a clean school
Another wildfire erupts in Lincoln County
It’s been a hectic week for Lincoln County sheriff Kerry Lee, with the recent aircraft disasters and the raging wildfires that have threatened both … [Read more...] about Another wildfire erupts in Lincoln County
Five fatalities in county last weekend
By Dave Maxwell and Collin Anderson A helicopter doing work on installing a cell-phone tower west of Caselton crashed on July 29, killing both … [Read more...] about Five fatalities in county last weekend
Firefighters making progress on Bishop Fire
Courtesy Photo As of Aug. 6 , the BLM Ely district office reported, “The Bishop Fire is now 90% contained and crews continue to mop up hot spots and … [Read more...] about Firefighters making progress on Bishop Fire
Division of Insurance offers tips on how consumers can protect their assets from wildfires
Carson City, NV – In the past few weeks, Nevada experienced significant wildfires ranging from the Poeville Fire in Washoe County to the Mahogany Fire … [Read more...] about Division of Insurance offers tips on how consumers can protect their assets from wildfires
Firefighters battle more local blazes
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) field office in Caliente reported the Stewart Canyon fire, about 14 miles east of Alamo, increased in size by July … [Read more...] about Firefighters battle more local blazes