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Forest Service offers tips for safe Labor Day weekend at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by editor on Thu, 08/30/2018 - 9:35amSOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. — Heading to Lake Tahoe this Labor Day weekend to celebrate the unofficial end of summer? Below are some tips and important information for residents and visitors to keep in mind for a safe and fun-filled holiday weekend.
Nevada Field Day provides hands-on activities and demonstrations
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Tue, 08/21/2018 - 11:11amRENO, NV – At Nevada Field Day on Sept. 8, visitors will be treated to a variety of free activities and giveaways, and even some tasty food samples.
As part of this year’s activities, nationally acclaimed local food advocate Mark Estee will present a cooking demonstration at 10 a.m. Estee has been featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives, and in Esquire Magazine.
Carson City Fire Department assists with fighting 'Berry Fire' wildfire near Washoe Lake, forward progress stopped
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/17/2018 - 3:19pmUPDATE 5:42PM: Old Highway 395 is now open in both directions after a wildfire closed the highway from Eastlake to Bellevue, according to the Nevada Highway Patrol.
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UPDATE: 5:20PM: Forward progress stopped on Washoe Valley "Berry Fire."
The 8-acre fire is now 30 percent contained according to Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District.
Evacuations are still in place for remaining addresses.
Crews will remain on site overnight "mopping up." Some Carson City Fire Department crews are being released from the scene. The cause is under investigation.
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5:00PM: Good progress on the Berry Fire is reported by Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District. Firefighters are working to secure utilities. The evacuation area has been reduced to 8 addresses. The Galena Evacuation Center is now closed.
Old US 395 between Bellevue and Eastlake Drive closed for approximately 1 hour.
Washoe Valley outages have yet to be fixed. Original estimated time of restoration was 5:30PM, however the fire could prolong the restoration.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Air quality 'hazardous' Thursday morning in Douglas, continued unhealthy in Carson City
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 08/09/2018 - 8:54amAir quality in Douglas County reached the "hazardous"level again Thursday morning, the second time this week, while air quality in Carson City is in the "unhealthy" stage due to smoke from wildfires in the region, according to AirNow.gov.
Funding for AlertTahoe fire camera network announced at Tuesday Tahoe Summit
Submitted by editor on Tue, 08/07/2018 - 2:56pmFunding for upgrades and new cameras for the 26-camera AlertTahoe network, which tracked more than 100 fires for firefighters in 2017, was announced Tuesday by the University of Nevada, Reno’s Nevada Seismological Lab Director Graham Kent in a presentation at the annual Lake Tahoe Summit.
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.
Nevada Forester Fire Warden orders fire restrictions beginning today
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Fri, 08/03/2018 - 1:14pmNevada's State Forester Fire Warden Kacey KC on Friday ordered fire and travel restrictions for Northern and Eastern Nevada state and private lands, including state parks.
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.
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.
Monday happenings in Carson City
Submitted by Danielle Cook on Mon, 07/30/2018 - 5:51amIt’s time for a new week, but unfortunately, the air conditions are just more of the same. The summer’s wildfire season just seems to be getting worse. As the smoky air settles in the valley, you’ll need to be much more cautious about your outdoor activity. Let Chili’s take care of dinner tonight, it’s too hot to cook anyway, and you’ll be helping the Northern Nevada Dream Center raise funds to assist those less fortunate. Kids can beat the heat at the Carson City Library with the Happy Notes program, just make sure you register first: space is limited.
Apple Fire burning east of Sparks off Interstate 80
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/28/2018 - 6:36pmThe Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center (SFIDC) in Minden has reported a 30-acre brush fire burning north off Interstate 80 in the area of the Apple Data Center near Patrick, just east of Sparks.
Lake Tahoe Summit 2018: Recommitting to collaboration
Submitted by editor on Thu, 07/19/2018 - 12:05pmNearly 25 years ago, the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency and dozens of partners embarked on an unprecedented mission to conserve and restore the Lake Tahoe Basin’s treasured natural resources through the Lake Tahoe Environmental Improvement Program.
Nevada and mining company agree to protect, repair sage-grouse habitat lost in wildfire
Submitted by editor on Wed, 07/18/2018 - 9:02amCARSON CITY — Even before the Martin Fire burned more than 430,000 acres in northeast Nevada, many of which contained prime sage-grouse habitat near Paradise Valley, a project to enhance this critical sage-grouse habitat was already in the works.
Carson City Fire Department called to brush fire near Silver Saddle Ranch
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 07/12/2018 - 2:14pmCarson City Fire Department was called Thursday afternoon to the area near Silver Saddle Ranch off of Carson River Road for a reported brush fire.
Heat wave brings Red Flag Warning to Carson City, Northwestern Nevada
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 07/07/2018 - 8:04amAbove average summer temperatures are forecast over the next several days for Northwestern Nevada, including Carson City, bringing with them a Red Flag Warning issued by the National Weather Service (NWS) in Reno.
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.
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.
Lithium Nevada Corporation seeds Great Basin Sagebrush Restoration project
Submitted by editor on Tue, 07/03/2018 - 12:28pmRENO — Lithium Nevada Corporation has made a gift of $31,500 in support of establishing the College of Agriculture, Biotechnology and Natural Resources’ Great Basin Sagebrush Restoration project. Home to many iconic species found in the West, the sagebrush ecosystems in the United States have contracted to about 56 percent of their historical range due to land degradation, especially from wildfire and invasive species propagation.
Fourth of July boat inspections at Lake Tahoe
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 06/30/2018 - 7:47amThe Fourth of July holiday and fireworks celebration brings a welcomed influx of boaters to the Lake Tahoe Basin.
With sunny skies and warm temperatures predicted, boaters are urged to clean, drain, and dry their boats before arriving at Lake Tahoe inspection stations to avoid delays and decontamination fees. All stations close at 5:30 p.m., so please plan accordingly.
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.
Upper Colony Road Fire in Smith Valley more than 1,180 acres, sixth brush fire in Lyon County since June 2
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 06/17/2018 - 2:54pmUPDATE: 8:42AM: From Lyon County Facebook page: Lyon County had its 6th wildfire since June 2. The Upper Colony burned more than 1,000 acres on June 17, 2018. A Type 3 Incident Management Team took the fire over at 8 p.m.
The Smith Valley Fire District did an outstanding job working the fire and bringing in resources. Over 300 people fought this fire with 25 Engines, 3 Helicopters, 8 fixed wing aircraft, and 4 hand crews.
Lyon County opened a shelter at the Smith Valley Baptist Church. LCSO managed evacuations with the assistance of SAR and Douglas County. The Large Animal Rescue Team assisted with sheltering livestock.
Carson City weather: Sunny with noticeable cool down through the weekend
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Thu, 06/14/2018 - 3:24pmA noticeable cooling trend will return to the Carson City region beginning Friday with breezy conditions followed by sunny skies and below normal daytime high temperatures, according to the National Weather Service.
Voluntary fire evacuations lifted for Carson Colony, Voltaire Canyon areas in Carson City, full containment expected Friday
Submitted by Jeff Munson on Wed, 06/13/2018 - 4:19pmUPDATE 8:45AM Thursday: From Erin Holland, U.S. Forest Service public information officer: “There is no change to the footprint of the fire overnight. Crews from the Sierra Front were able to hold the fire at 504 acres, which was reported last night. We should have an update of containment this afternoon. The fire remains 30 percent contained.” Containment is expected by 6 p.m. Friday night.
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Voluntary evacuations for the Carson Colony and Voltaire Canyon areas were lifted Wednesday afternoon as firefighters continue to make significant progress on the wildfire, according to Carson City Fire Chief Sean Slamon.
Chaves fire burning 1,500 acres of BLM land near Stagecoach, Dayton
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 06/03/2018 - 3:58pmMonday updates to this story can be found here.
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UPDATE MONDAY MORNING: Lyon County and Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch reports the Chaves Fire has burned between 1,200 to 1,500 acres.
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UPDATE: 07:30PM: The Chaves Fire has now burned about 400 acres of BLM land near Stagecoach and Dayton. Fire crews with BLM, Nevada Division of Forestry and Central Lyon County Fire Protection District, among others, are on scene battling the blaze.
Follow this breaking news story on KTVN or KOLO-TV Channel 8 in Reno.
June is Lake Tahoe Wildfire Awareness Month
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sun, 06/03/2018 - 8:27amAs we’ve learned from the recent Fire Season Outlook, year-round fire season is the new normal in the Lake Tahoe Basin and throughout the country.
Now is the perfect time to learn what to do to prepare your home and family to survive wildfire, and to take action.
Wildfire Awareness Run raises $5,800 for families of firefighters
Submitted by Brett Fisher on Sat, 05/26/2018 - 7:53amParticipants in the annual Battle Born Trail Series: Fire Up for Firefighters Multi-Hour Event in Washoe County raised $5,823.40 for the Nevada Local Assistance State Team Program, also known as Nevada LAST.
Forest Service: Lake Tahoe wildfire potential expected to be above average by summer
Submitted by editor on Mon, 05/21/2018 - 12:23pmWhat began as a very dry winter in the Lake Tahoe Basin ended with Sierra snowpack approximately 85 percent of normal, thanks to heavy precipitation received during the month of March. However, both the National Interagency Fire Center and the Reno National Weather Service expect a warming trend to develop that will lead to drier than normal conditions by late spring.
Carson City Fire Department offers green waste disposal Saturday at Carson River Park
Submitted by Carson Now Reader on Fri, 05/18/2018 - 4:12pmThe Carson City Fire Department is holding a Green Waste Collection Day this Saturday May 19, between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Residents can bring pine needles, pine cones, branches and other vegetation to Carson River Park, located at 5013 Carson River Road.
Final weekend for open burning in central Lyon County
Submitted by editor on Fri, 05/18/2018 - 3:34pmDAYTON — The Central Lyon Fire Protection District is closing open burning for the season with final burning on Sunday, May 20, with a required burn permit.