Bug Fire now 3% contained, Stallion Fire still uncontained, evacuation orders and warnings remain

Key Points:

• The Bug Fire and Stallion Fire continue to burn across northern Washoe County, with the Bug Fire now 3% contained at 70,757 acres and the Stallion Fire at 33,731 acres with 0% containment.
• Evacuation zones have expanded and shifted, including new orders south and west of Sutcliffe and in Lassen and Plumas counties; over 5,200 people remain evacuated, with evacuation centers and animal shelters established in Reno.
• Firefighters are employing coordinated air and ground efforts, supported by multiple air tankers, helicopters, and ground crews, focusing on protecting communities such as Nixon and Rancho Haven while working to establish and secure control lines.
• Weather conditions remain a concern, with high temperatures, low humidity, and forecasted thunderstorms that could produce erratic winds and lightning, potentially affecting fire behavior and complicating containment efforts.
• Federal assistance has been approved through FEMA Fire Management Assistance Grants for both the Bug and Stallion fires, providing funding to support firefighting costs as the fires continue to threaten homes and infrastructure.