Fires
Carson City deputies arrest man who set off fireworks in field near homes
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 08/07/2018 - 10:00amA 25-year-old man was arrested late Sunday for misdemeanor suspicion of discharging fireworks close to homes, a Carson City sheriff’s deputy said.
Tuesday’s happenings in Carson City: National Night Out, lots of music, and more
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Tue, 08/07/2018 - 6:16amBatten down the hatches, the smoky days continue. My thoughts and appreciation are with those fighting the multiple fires in Nevada and California. Learn more about our emergency responders at tonight’s annual ‘Partnership in Action’ National Night Out at Mills Park. Free hot dogs, chips, and soda, multiple exhibits and activities, and so much more make this an exciting event for kids of all ages. Muscle Powered has cancelled its evening hike, but the early birds can meet up at the Multi-Purpose Athletic Center for a stroll indoors.
TUESDAY, August 7: Things to do in Carson City
State warns of unhealthy, hazardous air quality in Carson City, Douglas and surrounding areas
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/06/2018 - 4:50pmUPDATE 10:47AM TUESDAY: Air quality readings in Carson City and Douglas County were in the "unhealthy" range, according to AirNow.gov. The National Weather Service advises periods of degraded air quality will continue. However, many areas could see thinning smoke for at least the next couple days as winds shift to more east to southeast direction. This would carry the bulk of any new smoke away from the area, forecasters say. This may be a short-lived break as westerly flow looks like it will return late in the week and for the weekend.
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Air quality monitors in Carson City and Gardnerville are reporting levels of particulate matter in the unhealthy to hazardous range due to smoke from the wildfires in California, according to the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection.
Air quality in Douglas reaches 'hazardous' level Monday, Carson City sees 'unhealthy' status
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 08/06/2018 - 8:40amUPDATE 12:08PM: As of noon Monday, Carson City and Douglas County air quality is now in the "Very Unhealthy" category, according to the Air Quality Index, triggering a health alert meaning everyone may experience more serious health effects. Carson City's index reading was 222 and Gardnerville, 272.
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Smoke from regional fires has caused the air quality in the Gardnerville area of Douglas County to reach the "hazardous" stage Monday morning, with an Air Quality Index reading of 410, according to AirNow.gov, while Carson City has reached the "unhealthy" stage.
Drift smoke from regional fires returns to Carson City area Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/03/2018 - 3:50pmDrift smoke from both new and older wildfires around Northern California and Nevada moved into the Carson City area on Friday afternoon.
Carson City Weather: Fire threat a 'particularly dangerous situation' forecasters say
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/03/2018 - 10:16amNoting a potentially dangerous fire weather situation with gusty winds and low humidity ahead, the National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag Warning from Friday afternoon to Saturday night for Carson City, the Sierra and throughout much of the entire western and northern Nevada region.
Carson City sees blue skies, expected gusty winds ahead prompt Reg Flag Warning
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/02/2018 - 11:35amUnder somewhat clearer skies, gusty winds and low humidity are expected to arrive Thursday afternoon, which has prompted the National Weather Service to issue a Red Flag warning from 1 to 9 p.m. and a fire weather watch through Saturday.
Fire restrictions begin on Carson and Bridgeport Forest Service ranger districts
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 6:45pmCARSON CITY — Increased fuels due to the wet winter and spring, drying vegetation, high fuel loading, and increasing daytime temperatures have prompted the Bridgeport and Carson Ranger Districts on the Humbolt-Toiyabe National Forest to announce the implementation of fire restrictions beginning Saturday, August 4.
Smoke from regional wildfires eases some, then returns to 'unhealthy' air quality around Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 9:24amUPDATE 11:53AM: Carson City and Gardnerville was downgraded to the "unhealthy" category on the Air Quality Index after remaining in the moderate level until around 10 a.m. The "unhealthy" category, in which Carson City was 161 and Gardnerville 162, means everyone may begin to experience health effects, members of sensitive groups may experience more serious health effects.
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Smoke-filled skies continue to grip Carson City and Western Nevada on Wednesday though some of the haze has eased since the first part of the week.
Wednesday in Carson City: Things to do
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Wed, 08/01/2018 - 5:48amTime marches on. We’ve moved into August, meaning that the end of summer is in sight – even if the temperatures make that hard to believe. You’ll want to continue to take it easy, the smoke from the California fires makes for unhealthy air conditions. Stop by the Carson City Art Gallery this evening for a meet and greet with this month’s featured artist, wood-turner Dave Mills. He will also be demonstrating his craft. Food truck lovers won’t want to miss out on Wheeled Wednesday at the Brewery Arts Center. Let someone else handle the cooking and enjoy some time mingling with your neighbors.
Air quality worsens Tuesday morning over Carson City, Carson Valley skies
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/31/2018 - 9:04amAir quality in Carson City reached an “unhealthy” status Tuesday morning, with a 153 on the Air Quality Index. In Carson Valley, an AQI monitor in Gardnerville registered 129 placing the area in the “Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups” category.
Two Nevada Army Guard helicopters, C-130s to support California firefighting efforts
Submitted by editor on Mon, 07/30/2018 - 2:58pmCARSON CITY — A total of 16 soldiers aboard two Nevada Army Guard helicopters are set to begin firefighting efforts Monday while based out of Lampson Field Airport in Lakeport, Calif.
Widespread smoke to continue around Carson City, western Nevada this week due to fires
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 07/30/2018 - 9:11amSmoke from several large wildfires has produced degraded air quality and reduced visibility over Carson City and western Nevada and will likely continue through the week, according to the National Weather Service.
Sunday smoke in Carson City results in moderate air quality rating
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 07/29/2018 - 1:43pmSmoke that has settled into the Carson City area over the weekend from multiple fires burning throughout the Northern California region has resulted in an air quality index (AQI) rating of 89, according to CarsonWeather.com and the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
Dust stirs concern but no fire off South Curry, firefighters contain fire burning at landfill
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 07/20/2018 - 4:36pmCarson City Fire Department was called Friday afternoon for a report of a trash fire in the area of Highway 50 East near the landfill. The fire has since been contained.
Carson City weather: Temps near 100 or more this week, haze from fires
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Sun, 07/15/2018 - 2:58pmThe summer heat will settle into the Carson City region this week, with daytime temperatures in the upper 90s to 100 or higher Monday through Wednesday in the capital city and Carson Valley and 100-plus in Dayton and Virginia City, according to the National Weather Service.
Fire restrictions begin Saturday on the Eldorado National Forest
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 3:37pmPLACERVILLE, Calif. — Fire restrictions go into effect on the Eldorado National Forest beginning Saturday, July 14, announced Forest Supervisor Laurence Crabtree. Wood and charcoal fires will be restricted to designated recreation sites and other fire related activities will be prohibited until the end of fire season. Gas or propane fires are allowed with a free 2018 California campfire permit.
Carson City area weather: Thunderstorms possible Thursday, NWS issues Fire Watch
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/11/2018 - 10:20amThe seasonably hot weather continues this week with a weather pattern change that may bring thunderstorms to the Carson City region, and along with that, the danger of lightning strikes, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Fire Weather Watch.
Milton Merlos in Concert at Dangberg Historic Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 07/06/2018 - 11:50amMilton Merlos will bring flamenco guitar music to Dangberg Home Ranch Historic Park at 6:30 pm, Thursday, July 12.
Milton Merlos, who plays in the Spanish Flamenco style, is a native of Boston. Merlos started playing the guitar at age twelve, and began playing professionally at sixteen. Travels to Spain instilled a love for the Spanish Flamenco style of playing. Now a professional musician with eighteen years of experience, he lives part-time in western Nevada.
It's Your City: Carson City fire chief talks about summer wildfire threats
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/05/2018 - 10:05amIn this edition of It's Your City, host Cortney Bloomer sits down with Carson City Fire Department Chief Sean Slamon to talk about fire danger this summer.
Carson City fire department called to Highway 50 East vehicle salvage yard fire
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 07/04/2018 - 2:35pmCarson City Fire Department and sheriff's deputies were called Wednesday afternoon to a fully engulfed vehicle fire that was spreading in the area of an east Carson City vehicle salvage yard.
Column: For pet's sake, no fireworks
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Wed, 07/04/2018 - 10:15amThe morning after the Fourth of July one year, a dog showed up at our back door; a shaking, frightened and forlorn black labrador.
Fire restrictions begin Wednesday, July 4 in Carson City
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 11:55amEffective July 4, 2018, the Carson City Fire Department is implementing fire restrictions on city and privately owned lands within Carson City. Vegetation in western Nevada has dried out significantly.
Drift smoke from California wildfires moves into western Nevada, Carson City region
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 8:25amDrift smoke from California wildfires has wafted into Carson City and Western Nevada this Tuesday morning, according to the National Weather Service in Reno.
UPDATE: Evans Fire in southwest Reno at 63 acres, 50 percent contained
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Mon, 07/02/2018 - 1:35pmUPDATE MONDAY 1:35PM: The Evans Fire saw no growth overnight and remains at 63 acres and is now 50 percent contained, according to a U.S. Forest Service news release. Firefighters will continue to mop up and improve the line around the fire Monday afternoon. Helicopters will continue to be used to address smokes within the fire area.
Fire restrictions begin Saturday on most public land in western Nevada
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 06/29/2018 - 3:35pmWith drying vegetation, increased daytime temperatures and several human-caused fires so far in 2018, fire restrictions on most federal public land in western Nevada begins Saturday and will last until further notice.
Fireworks prohibited on National Forest System lands in Nevada
Submitted by editor on Wed, 06/27/2018 - 1:26pmThe Fourth of July is one of America’s great landmark holidays, celebrating our nation's independence. It is also a perfect time to enjoy National Forest System lands. However, it is vitally important that all users be aware that possessing, igniting, discharging, or using any kind of fireworks is prohibited on public lands.
Carson City weather: Red Flag fire weather warning today as heat mixes with gusty winds
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Mon, 06/25/2018 - 1:56pmThe hot and very dry weather will continue through Wednesday around the Carson City region, with stronger winds Monday afternoon as low pressure passes toward the north, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Red Flag fire weather warning.
Mylo McCormick in concert in Silver City July 29
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Sat, 06/23/2018 - 5:28pmBring a lawn chair, a picnic and enjoy an evening in the Silver City Park with a blues, funk and classic rock concert by Mylo McCormick on Sunday, July 29 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
Hot air balloons Sunday morning in Carson City celebrate firefighter's retirement
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 06/23/2018 - 4:37pmThree hot air balloons are scheduled to launch early Sunday morning from East Fork Fire Station 12, located at 3620 North Sunridge Drive in South Carson City, part of a retirement celebration for a firefighting veteran with the East Fork Fire District in Douglas County.