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The Davis Fire is estimated to be approximately 6,500 acres and zero percent contained. The fire started in the area of Davis Creek Regional Park, located in Washoe Valley south of Reno, Nevada, around 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 7, 2024. It is reported to be burning in heavy timber and brush, with medium to long range spotting. Gusty winds are forecasted throughout the week.Fourteen structures are… Read more
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Interstate 580 between Reno and Carson City, Nevada, as well as Old U.S. Highway 395 to Eastlake Boulevard have reopened. Old U.S. Highway 395 is still closed from East Lake Boulevard to Bowers Mansion Interchange. Mt. Rose Highway remains closed. For updates on road closures, visit: https://www.nvroads.com/
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Power outages in the south Reno area continue to leave some homes, businesses, and traffic signals without electricity. Customers who are currently without power should be prepared for prolonged outages throughout the incident and those customers living near the fire who still have power should be prepared for potential additional de-energizations due to the dynamic nature of the fire. To… Read more
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At 2:30 p.m. on Sept. 7, 2024, a wildfire broke out in the area of Davis Creek Regional Park located 20 miles south of Reno, Nevada.
Southwest Area Incident Management Team 1, a Complex Incident Management Team, assumed management of the fire at 6 p.m. this evening. Southwest Incident Management Team 1 will be helping increase the management capabilities for this fire while continuing to work with local agencies.
A community briefing is being planned for Tuesday, Sept. 10, 7 p.m. at Depoali Middle School, 9300 Wilbur May Parkway, Reno, NV 89521.
| Current as of | Mon, 09/09/2024 - 22:12 |
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| Incident Time Zone | America/Los_Angeles |
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | |
| Location | Washoe Valley south of Reno, Nevada |
| Incident Commander | Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District and the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest are in unified command in management of the fire. The Southwest Area Incident Management Team 1, a Complex Incident Management Team, assumed management of the fire at 6 p.m. this evening. |
| Incident Description | The Davis Fire is estimated at 5,000 acres, containment remains at 0%. Fourteen structures are currently known to be impacted, and damage assessments will continue in the impacted area of the Davis fire when it is safe to do so. Fire crews continue full suppression efforts, prioritizing the protection of life, property, and critical infrastructure. |
| Coordinates |
39° 18' 19'' Latitude
-119° 49' 57
'' Longitude
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| Total Personnel: | 600 |
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| Size | 5,000 Acres |
| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 0% |
| Significant Events | Resources as of Sept. 9, 2023
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