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local1 month ago•27 min saved

Bug Fire gains 3% containment as Stallion Fire stays uncontained amid expanding evacuations

Two main wildfires in Washoe County — the Bug Fire (now merged with Fred Mountain) and the Stallion Fire — continued to grow with the Bug Fire at about 70k acres and 3% containment by 11:15 p.m. on Aug. 12, while the Stallion Fire remained uncontained around 33k acres. Evacuations expanded across Lassen, Plumas, and Washoe counties with GO NOW orders and GET READY warnings; evac centers are open for people and animals, road closures on Red Rock Road, Lemmon Drive, and U.S. 395 persist, and FEMA has approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant to aid firefighting efforts. Weather remains hot and dry with potential thunderstorms, and authorities urge residents to monitor Perimeter Map for the latest evacuation information and to be prepared to leave.

via KTVN|

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local1 month ago•1 min saved

Bug Fire Closes U.S. 395 From Bordertown to Hallelujah Junction, Sparks Evacuations

The Bug Fire has closed U.S. 395 in both directions from the Nevada border to Red Rock Road, prompting evacuations (Rancho Haven residents told to exit south on Red Rock Road) and additional closures at Red Rock Road and Clydesdale Drive; drivers should avoid the area and monitor Perimeter Map or Nevada 511 for live updates as conditions remain dynamic.

via KOLO | 8 News Now|

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local1 month ago•26 min saved

Evacuation Orders Expand as Bug and Stallion Fires Threaten Northern Nevada and Surrounding Counties

Evacuation orders and warnings have widened in Lassen and Plumas counties as the Bug Fire and Stallion Fire intensify near Reno, with a stretch of U.S. 395 closed from the Nevada–California border to Constantia. The two fires combined have burned roughly 100,000 acres (Bug about 66,505 acres and Stallion about 33,426), with 0% containment, prompting GO NOW and GET READY evacuations across communities including Spanish Springs, Nixon, Wadsworth, Cold Springs and surrounding areas. Evacuation centers and animal shelters are operating at Evelyn Mount Community Center and the Reno Livestock Events Center, while power outages and road closures persist on Red Rock Road, Lemmon Drive and nearby routes. FEMA has approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Stallion Fire, and officials continue to provide updates via Perimeter Map and daily briefings.

via 2news.com|

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local1 month ago•25 min saved

Washoe County Wildfires Surpass 100K Acres as Evacuations Expand and Federal Aid Arrives

Nearly 100,000 acres are burning across three wildfires in northern Washoe County (Bug Fire merging with Fred Mountain and Stallion). Containment is at 0%, and evacuations and warning zones continue to expand across Spanish Springs, Nixon, Wadsworth, Cold Springs and neighboring areas. FEMA approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Stallion Fire to cover up to 75% of eligible costs. Evacuation centers are open at Evelyn Mount Community Center and the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center, with large-animal shelter space limited; road closures persist on Red Rock Road and Lemmon Drive, while U.S. 395 remains open. Firefighting includes multiple air tankers, helicopters and ground crews; weather remains hot, dry and windy with potential thunderstorms.

via KTVN|

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local1 month ago•2 min saved

Bug Fire Expands Across CA/NV as Evacuations Continue and Containment Stalls

The Bug Fire, a human-caused wildfire in Lassen County, California and Washoe County, Nevada, grew from about 50 acres to 44,304 acres with only 3% containment; evacuations remain in place around parts of Washoe County, though some White Lake evacuations were lifted, and there are no reported injuries or structure losses as crews battle the blaze primarily in Nevada.

via KCRA|

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local2 months ago•1 min saved

Bug Fire Expands: Evacuations Escalate Around Red Rock, Washoe County

The Bug Fire near Cold Springs in Washoe County grew to about 17,000 acres and 4% contained, triggering upgraded evacuation orders for Red Rock and surrounding areas and new warnings in adjacent zones; updated maps outline perimeters as wind-driven, hot, dry conditions continue firefighters' efforts, and authorities classify the fire as human-caused per the BLM, with activity expected to continue into the evening.

via KOLO | 8 News Now|

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local2 months ago•3 min saved

Bug Fire Triggers Mandatory Evacuation in Hungry Valley

Hungry Valley has a mandatory evacuation due to the Bug Fire, with the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony directing residents to evacuate and the Reno Gym (34 Reservation Road) serving as an evacuation center; residents should bring medications, documents, water and essential supplies, be prepared for power and gas shutoffs, arrange transportation if needed, and follow RSIC Police directions as firefighters conduct helicopter water drops and address air quality concerns.

via KTVN|

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local-news2 months ago•5 min saved

Bug Fire swells to 15,000+ acres as Reno evacuees widen

The Bug Fire near Cold Springs has grown to more than 15,000 acres with only about 3% containment, triggering expanded evacuations across Washoe County including Hungry Valley; a second fire, Fred Mountain, is burning nearby with about 1,393 acres and 2% containment. Power is shut off in the area to prevent ignition, road closures persist on Red Rock Road and Lemmon Drive, and evacuation centers (including for animals) are set up. The Nevada National Guard has deployed two helicopters to support aerial suppression, and residents are urged to monitor Perimeter Map updates and follow official directions.

via KTVN|

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local-news2 months ago•3 min saved

Bug Fire Surges to 11,400 Acres with 3% Containment Near Reno

The Bug Fire has grown to about 11,400 acres with only 3% containment near Reno, prompting evacuations across parts of Washoe, Sierra, and Lassen counties. Earlier updates put the fire at 7,500 acres with 20% containment; evacuations in Cold Springs were later lifted as conditions improved. About 3,800 households were evacuated, road closures remain in effect, and authorities urge residents to follow official maps and orders for current conditions and shelter options.

via KOLO | 8 News Now|

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local-news2 months ago•14 min saved

Bug Fire Now 20% Contained; Evacuations Eased in Cold Springs Area

The Bug Fire northwest of Cold Springs along US-395 has burned about 6,500 acres and is 20% contained, with Cold Springs neighborhoods reopened and some evacuation orders lifted. Evacuation centers remain open and offramps near White Lake/Village Parkway have reopened, though other road closures persist. Crews are working on the blaze from the ground and air, and no structures have been reported damaged as of the latest updates; California warnings and Washoe County evacuation details continue to be updated throughout the day.

via KTVN|

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local-news2 months ago•14 min saved

Bug Fire 20% Contained as Evacuations Ease Around Reno Area

Crews say the Bug Fire near Cold Springs, northwest of Reno, is now 20% contained after burning about 6,500+ acres. Evacuation orders remain for portions of Cold Springs, Canyon Hills, White Lake, Silver Knolls and areas north of Cold Springs, but neighborhoods off White Lake and Village Parkway have reopened. Northbound U.S. 395 exits at White Lake Pkwy and Village Pkwy are open; some road closures (Red Rock Rd, Lemmon Dr at Ramsey Way) persist. Evacuation centers remain open; no structures have been reported damaged as crews continue containment efforts and map updates.

via KTVN|

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local-news2 months ago•13 min saved

Bug Fire Expands to 6,500+ Acres, Evacuations Continue Near Cold Springs

A wildfire named the Bug Fire has burned more than 6,500 acres northwest of Cold Springs along U.S. 395, with evacuations still in effect in Washoe County and evacuation warnings in parts of Lassen and Sierra Counties in California. Crews report no structures damaged so far and are actively protecting homes as the fire remains active and under investigation for its cause. Offramps at White Lake Parkway and Village Parkway remain closed; U.S. 395 is open. Evacuation centers are set up at the Evelyn Mount Community Center and the Reno Livestock Event Center, with updates expected as conditions evolve.

via KTVN|

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