Reno Fire Department crews knocked out a brush fire that was burning Wednesday afternoon near the Chalk Bluff Water Treatment Facility in west Reno.

A brush fire near homes is knocked down by fire crews quickly on Tuesday in Northwest Reno.

Some hardworking visitors are drawing attention in Sparks, but their mission goes beyond smiles.

Smoke may be visible as crews plan a controlled burn near a popular Tahoe recreation area this week.

Construction could begin as early as 2027, though 2028 is more likely.

Neighbors can expect to continue seeing smoke coming from west of Reno over the next few days due to prescribed burning. The Forest Service is asking residents to not call 911.

The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit is looking for your feedback on a draft proposal for restoration after the Caldor Fire.

Storey County Fire Protection District will be conducting prescribed burning for vegetation reduction tomorrow, January 28.