New brush fire burning in Reno
Submitted by paula on Thu, 06/22/2017 - 4:01pm
Reno area firefighters are at the scene of a brush fire along the Hunter Creek Trail in the west part of the City, a popular hiking spot. As of 3:30 p.m. the fire had consumed almost 200 acres according to Truckee Meadows Fire Department.
Crews from Reno Fire Department, Truckee Meadows Fire Department and the Nevada Division of Forestry are all at the scene along with helicopter and airplane help from the air.
It is unknown at this time how the fire started as there was no reported lightning in the area. Fire officials are asking for everyone to stay away from the Hunter Creek Trail area so they can fight the fire.
RAVEN and two other helicopters have been requested to help fight the blaze as well as additional resources who are currently en route. There is no containment at this time.
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