Douglas County declared disaster area after Preacher Fire scorches 4,651 acres

Douglas County Board of Commissioners signed a Disaster Declaration today due to the lightning caused Preacher Fire which is burning seven miles southeast of Gardnerville.

The fire is currently estimated at 4,651 acres as of 6:00 p.m. on July 25. It is being managed at this time by Sierra Front Type 3 Incident Management Team (IMT) with support from East Fork Fire Protection District and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.

The declaration was done based on the current potential threat the fire brings to structures and the community. The declaration has been submitted to the State of Nevada and will start the process to request additional resources required to more effectively respond to an emergency.

“The safety and well-being of Douglas County remains our priority while we continue to try and stabilize this fire,” said County Manager Larry Werner. “Douglas County is being proactive by initiating this declaration by securing our access any additional resources or recovery we may need.”

Evacuations have been lifted. Pinenut Road #1 and #2 will remain restricted to the general public.

For the most current information visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/5411/
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