UPDATE 5PM: Fire crews will be mopping up the Callahan Fire overnight and into tomorrow. One primary residential structure was lost along with multiple outbuildings. The cause is under investigation at this time. Some fire evacuations remain in place at Callahan Rd and Fawn Lane as crews mop up hot spots. See Perimetermap.com here for evacuation updates.
UPDATE 2:20PM: Rain supporting firefighting efforts on the Callahan Fire, according to Truckee Meadows Fire in a social media post.
UPDATE 12:55PM: The fire is estimated at approximately 100 acres; approximately 3,000 people have been impacted by evacuations. Rain is falling on the fire scene. Additional Strike Teams totaling 10-15 engines have begun arriving to assist on the fire, according to Eastern Sierra Fire and Ice, which tracks fires in the region.
Just before 11 a.m. on Monday, the Washoe County Alert system sent out an evacuation notice to residents in the Callahan Ranch area stating they should evacuate immediately.
The evacuation point is at South Valleys Library located at 15650A Wedge Pkwy, Reno.
Large Animal Evacuation Point at Reno Livestock Events Center.
At this time, all that is known about the fire is the evacuation points which can be viewed on the map or on https://perimetermap.com/incidents/polygon/41765
Winds are expected to continue to be gusty, exacerbating fire issues. Please stay alert and aware.
Along with Truckee Meadows Fire, outside agencies including Carson City Fire Department are responding. This is a developing story. Updates to follow.
