July 17 Updates
Update 12:04 p.m. U.S. 395 is now fully open in both directions. All evacuations have been lifted. Residents may now return to their homes.
Update 8:30 a.m. - Spring Valley Fire Update 8:30 a.m. - At approximately 8:30 a.m., U.S. 395 will open one lane with a pilot car escorting vehicles.
Update 9:44 p.m.
Residents located within the Double Springs evacuation zone are asked to please stay in their homes while fire crews continue operations and extinguish hot spots. Officials are asking Double Springs residents who evacuated to please not return to their homes until fire crews complete operations and deem the area safe to reenter.
U.S. 395 will remain closed to allow fire crews to continue operations. U.S. 395 will likely not open until the morning hours of July 17.
Power Outages:
Update 6:37 p.m.: Approximately 500 residents near Ruhenstroth are currently without power. According to NV Energy, "Depending on how the fire progresses, our teams may not be able to access the area to assess the damage until the morning." Residents without power who need a place to go should go to the Douglas County Community and Senior Center at 1329 Waterloo Ln, Gardnerville, NV 89410. The Community Center is open until 9 p.m.
Evacuation Center:
Update 9:14 p.m. - The Douglas County Community and Senior Center at 1329 Waterloo Ln, Gardnerville, NV 89410 is now closed as an evacuation center due to no usage.
Update 8 p.m.: Evacuations for Topaz Ranch Estates are lifted at 8 p.m. and residents may now return to their homes. The Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center evacuation center is now closed. The evacuation for Double Springs is still in place. U.S. 395 is still closed in both directions at Leviathan Mine Road and State Route 208.
Update 7:12 p.m.: Large animals can be evacuated to 2000 NV-208 Wellington, NV 89444.
Update 6:15 p.m.: A portable animal evacuation trailer for small animals will be available at the Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center.
Update 6 p.m.: An Evacuation Center has been activated at the Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center, located at 3939 Carter Dr., Wellington, NV 89444.
Original Information:
A vegetation fire is currently burning in South Douglas County near Double Springs. Firefighters and emergency services are actively working to contain the blaze and ensure the safety of residents in the affected areas.
Click here to view the Perimeter Map. This map is regularly updated with the fire location and road closures.
Click here for Douglas County’s Incident Page.
Evacuation Notices:
Double Springs: Residents are under an Evacuation (voluntary) (Red) notice. It is strongly advised that all residents prepare to evacuate immediately.
Topaz Ranch Estates and Holbrook Junction: These areas are under a Precautionary Evacuation Warning (yellow). Residents should be prepared to evacuate if conditions worsen.
Road Closures:
U.S. 395: Closed in both directions at Leviathan Mine Road and State Route 208.
Local authorities are working closely with fire services to monitor the situation and provide updates as necessary. Residents are urged to stay informed through official channels and to follow evacuation orders promptly for their safety.
We are asking residents to stay vigilant, pay attention to emergency phone alerts, and have a plan in place for evacuations. In addition, plan for power outages and road closures in the area. Have a transportation plan for animals and livestock. Think about fuel, medications, keepsakes, and groceries you might need. Think about your loved ones on oxygen or anyone who may need assistance leaving their home.
Should evacuations occur, you will receive an emergency alert notification on your phone, and be asked to leave your home by emergency responders. If you do not have a cell phone or landline, please keep in contact with friends, neighbors and family.
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** This situation continues to evolve, please check the website and respond to emergency personnel accordingly**