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The RFD is in the midst of a four-day training session at a secured site off Airway Drive, where 60 people are preparing for any aircraft-related fires at Reno-Tahoe International Airport. Though ...
August 2024 Gold Ranch Fire (Verdi): 650 acres September 2024 Davis Fire (Washoe Valley, Reno): 5,824 acres November 2024 Callahan Fire (Reno): 60 acres June 2025 Marie Fire (Spanish Springs): 115 ...
The Marie Fire burned 104 acres in Spanish Springs, prompting evacuations and outages. Crews stopped forward progress and reached 30% containment.
The Reno Fire Department has released its 2024 video annual report, highlighting a year marked by significant achievements and a steadfast commitment to community safety. The report showcases the ...
Whitlock said it’s vital Reno firefighters know how to deal with regular hazards in the community, but also have specialties like hazmat, water rescue, and now, aircraft fire rescue.
August 2024 Gold Ranch Fire (Verdi): 650 acres September 2024 Davis Fire (Washoe Valley, Reno): 5,824 acres November 2024 Callahan Fire (Reno): 60 acres June 2025 Marie Fire (Spanish Springs): 115 ...
YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT. WE BEGIN WITH BREAKING NEWS RIGHT NOW IN SOLANO COUNTY, EVACUATION WARNINGS ARE IN EFFECT AS CREWS ARE BATTLING A VEGETATION FIRE IN VACAVILLE. IT’S ABOUT 110 ACRES ...
The Ranch Fire near Apple Valley, California, rapidly spread to over 2,800 acres, prompting evacuations. The fire, driven by wind and low humidity, posed an immediate threat to structures.
Fire departments in 10 states, including Colorado and California, are using AI-powered cameras to detect wildfires early. The system gives crews faster alerts and precise locations.
THE DALLES, Ore. (KATU) — Fueled by wind gusts and dry conditions in the Columbia River Gorge, the Rowena Fire quickly grew to 3,500 acres by Thursday morning, forcing many nearby residents to ...
When officials report a fire is "25% contained," barriers surround a quarter of the fire's perimeter. But Johnson warns that doesn't mean the fire is 25% extinguished.
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — The Rowena Fire has burned 3,831 acres and remains uncontained. On Friday afternoon, the Wasco County Sheriff said 49 homes had been destroyed. He added an unknown number ...