Monday 8/10 10:27 A.M. update:
FEMA has approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant to help Nevada fight the Bug Fire, which has grown to more than 15,000 acres and remains 3% contained as evacuation areas continue to expand across the Reno-Sparks area.
The FEMA Region 9 acting regional administrator authorized the use of federal funds to assist Nevada in fighting the fire in Washoe County.
Nevada submitted the request for the grant on August 8, when the fire was threatening approximately 1,800 homes in and around Cold Springs and Silver Knolls. At that time, mandatory evacuations had been ordered for approximately 4,000 people, and the fire had burned more than 3,000 acres.
Fire Management Assistance Grants provide federal funding for up to 75% of eligible firefighting costs. The grants are approved through FEMA to assist with fires that threaten to become major disasters.
Eligible costs can include field camps, equipment use, materials, supplies, and mobilization and demobilization activities related to fighting the fire.
Residents in affected areas are urged to stay alert and continue checking the latest evacuation information and perimeter maps as conditions change.
The Reno-Sparks Indian Colony issued an update at 6:48 a.m. Monday directing Hungry Valley residents to evacuate now because of the Bug Fire. Residents were told to leave immediately and follow directions from Tribal Police and emergency personnel.
Those evacuating were advised to take medications, identification, important documents, clothing, chargers and pet or livestock essentials.
The Reno Gym at 34 Reservation Road is serving as an evacuation center for Reno-Sparks Indian Colony residents.
Hungry Valley residents who need transportation, medical, mobility or other evacuation assistance can call (775)842-2902 or (775)895-9835.
Residents were also told not to travel toward the fire or block evacuation routes and to monitor RSIC RAVE Alerts and other Reno-Sparks Indian Colony communications for updates.
Evacuation centers and animal assistance
The Evelyn Mount Community Center, 1301 Valley Road in Reno, is available as an evacuation center. A trailer is set up there for small animals.
The Reno-Sparks Livestock Event Center, 1350 N. Wells Ave. in Reno, is available for large animal evacuations. Enter through Gate 2.
Washoe County Regional Animal Services said it is assisting residents and animals affected by the Bug Fire. Staff are onsite at the large animal shelter, where more than 300 animals are currently being cared for.
Small animals being evacuated from evacuation areas can be accepted at the Washoe County Regional Animal Services shelter at 2825 Longley Lane, Suite A. Residents with small animals who are in an evacuation zone should call Animal Services Dispatch at (775)322-3647 to make arrangements.
Animal Services said it has limited resources and space. Residents who are able to safely evacuate their animals to a friend or family member's home are encouraged to do so.
Animal Services officers are assisting with large and small animal evacuations on a priority basis.
Residents should continue checking Perimeter Map for the latest evacuation zones and routes.
Fred Mountain Fire
Another fire is burning off Red Rock Road northeast of the Bug Fire. Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District firefighters are fighting the Fred Mountain Fire, which has burned an estimated 1,393 acres and is 2% contained. The fire is spreading at a moderate rate of speed.
The evacuation zones for the Fred Mountain Fire overlap with evacuation zones for the Bug Fire.
Power has been shut down in the area to prevent additional fire starts and protect firefighters.
Evacuation warnings and orders are in effect for the Fred Mountain Fire area. Residents in and around the area are encouraged to monitor the Perimeter Map for updated evacuation maps and information.
Roads and firefighting operations
Road closures remain in place on Red Rock Road between Moya Boulevard and American Flat Road and on Lemmon Drive at Ramsey Way.
U.S. 395 remains open to traffic, and the northbound offramps that had previously been closed have reopened.
The Nevada Army National Guard has activated air crew and personnel with two firefighting-equipped helicopters, a CH-47 Chinook and a UH-60 Black Hawk to support aerial suppression efforts.
The Bug Fire began August 8 northwest of Cold Springs along U.S. 395 near the Nevada-California border and moved east into Washoe County.
The fire has prompted evacuations in areas including Cold Springs, Canyon Hills, White Lake, Silver Knolls and areas north of Cold Springs.
Residents should continue monitoring Perimeter Map for the latest evacuation zones, routes and updates as conditions change.
Sunday 8/9 10:45 P.M. update:
According to Cal Fire, acreage on the Bug Fire has jumped to 11,405 acres and is 3% contained.
Earlier reports had the fire at 20% containment, that has since changed.
The Nevada Army National Guard activated air crew and personnel today with two firefighting-equipped helicopters, a CH-47 Chinook and a UH-60 Black Hawk to support aerial suppression efforts.
You can see the latest evacuation zones on Perimeter Map.
All offramps on U.S. 395 north that were previously closed are now open.
There are still some road closures in place:
- Red Rock Road between Moya Blvd and American Flat Road
- Lemmon Drive at Ramsey Way
These are expected to remain closed at least until Monday.
Sunday 8/9 5:45 P.M. update:
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District says crews have made progress on containment of the Bug Fire.
The fire has scorched 7,500-acres.
All Cold Springs neighborhoods previously evacuated off White Lake and Village Pkwy areas are now open and residents may return home.
You can see the latest evacuation zones on Perimeter Map.
Around two thousand customers in the north valleys area are without power due to the fire. in a notice to customers, NV Energy said they shut off their equipment in the area because of its vicinity to the flames. Estimated restoration is 8 p.m.
All offramps on U.S. 395 north that were previously closed are now open.
There are still some road closures in place:
- Red Rock Road between Moya Blvd and American Flat Road
- Lemmon Drive at Ramsey Way
These are expected to remain closed at least until Monday.
Grand Sierra Resort is offering evacuees and fire crews a special room rate of $59 per night, with resort fees waived. Evacuees and fire crews can take advantage of the offer by visiting GrandSierraResort.com/Evacuee or calling the resort at 775-789-2000 and mentioning the code “EVACUEE.”
Peppermill Reno is offering special rates for those evacuated through August 12 with resort fees waived. Call 866-821-9996 and mention "HEVAC." Proof of residence required at check-in.
Sunday 8/9 morning update:
Crews worked throughout the night from the ground and air drops to protect structures. No structures are damaged according to Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District.
The Bug Fire is still estimated at over 6,500 acres. Crews will be remapping it today.
Evacuations are still in effect. They will be reevaluated throughout the day.
Offramps at White Lake Parkway and Village parkway remain closed. U.S. 395 is open to traffic.
Saturday 8/8 11 p.m. update:
Fire crews are responding to a wildfire that started northwest of Cold Springs along U.S. 395 near the Nevada/California border.
The Bug Fire has burned an estimated 6,528 acres since starting Saturday afternoon and has moved east into Washoe County.
The fire is currently threatening the Cold Springs area, and evacuation orders are in place. At this time, no structures have been lost.
On northbound U.S. 395, Nevada Highway Patrol has closed both the White Lake and Village Pkwy exits due to the fire.
EVACUATION INFORMATION:
Washoe County:
- Evacuate Now orders in place for portions of Cold Springs, Canyon Hills, White Lake, Silver Knolls and north of Cold Springs
- Evacuation center is available at the Evelyn Mount Community Center - 1301 Valley Rd, Reno. A trailer is set-up for small animals.
- Large Animal Evacuation Center is at the Reno Livestock Event Center - 1350 N. Wells Ave, Reno. Enter through gate 2.
Check Perimeter Map for live evacuation updates in Washoe County
Lassen County:
- Evacuation Warning has now been issued for Zone: LAS-671-B
Sierra County:
- An Evacuation Warning has been issued for Zone: SIE-E025
See a map and get the most current evacuation information in California at the Genasys Protect.
