Bug Fire now 20% contained, some evacuation orders lifted
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Key Points:
- The Bug Fire, burning over 6,529 acres near Cold Springs, Nevada, is now 20% contained, with no structures reported damaged so far, according to the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District.
- All previously evacuated Cold Springs neighborhoods near White Lake and Village Parkway have been reopened, allowing residents to return home; however, some road closures remain in place, including Red Rock Road and Lemmon Drive.
- Approximately 2,000 customers in the north valleys area are without power due to NV Energy shutting off equipment near the fire, with power restoration estimated by 8 p.m.
- U.S. 395 northbound offramps that were closed earlier have reopened, and evacuation centers remain available in Washoe County for displaced residents and animals.
- Local resorts, including the Grand Sierra Resort and Peppermill Reno, are offering special discounted rates and waived resort fees for evacuees and fire crews through mid-August.
