Washoe County remaps Swan Lake floodplain, doubling homes at risk
Washoe County officials unveiled a new floodplain map for the Swan Lake area during a community meeting on Wednesday, ...
Protect your home from wildfires: University of Nevada offers key tips for winter safety
With dry conditions and high winds creating a perfect storm for potential wildfires, the University of Nevada, Reno Extension ...
Dry conditions heighten wildfire preparedness urgency in Nevada
As wildfires rage in Los Angeles, Nevadans are being urged to prepare for potential fires in their own state. The University ...
Think only California burns? Think again. Even Florida, Texas and New Jersey at risk.
USA TODAY analysis finds 3.3 million Americans live in areas with "very high" wildfire risk and 14.8 million more at ...
Northern Nevada firefighters face increased challenges during winter months
As winter sets in, firefighters remain on high alert, bracing for the challenges that colder conditions bring.Christopher Black, a battalion chief ...