Bug Fire, Nevada

Bug, Carson City District, BLM. Four miles northwest of Cold Springs, NV. Grass and brush. Moderate fire behavior with creeping, smoldering and isolated torching.

August 25, 2026 at 8:52 AM The Ad-Hoc Type 3 Incident Management Team will transition control back to the local unit at 0700 8/26/26 after completing its assignment on the Bug and Stallion Fires and preparing to return management of the incidents to local units. As the transition takes place, local fire agencies will continue monitoring the fire areas and addressing remaining needs. The transition reflects the continued progress made on both fires and allows local resources to manage ongoing patrol, repair, and response activities. This will be the last daily update from the Bug and Stallion Fires.  

Operations: Both fires will be in patrol status moving forward after completion of priority repair work.Today crews installed wattles in areas where fire suppression activities have disturbed soil. Wattles are biodegradable fiber rolls placed across slopes to slow water, capture sediment, and help keep soil in place during rain and snowmelt. Installing wattles now can help reduce future erosion, runoff, and sediment movement, especially during periods of heavy precipitation. These efforts help prepare burned and disturbed areas for recovery and reduce the potential for future flooding or erosion-related problems. 

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Weather remains dry and breezy through the afternoon with temperatures between 87 and 90 degrees. Smoke may remain present, and local air quality can be monitored at Fire.AirNow.gov/

August 24, 2026 at 12:39 PM After many days of suppression repair and mop-up on the Bug fire, 3% containment was added, making the total containment 97%. Crews are still completing suppression repair in critical areas affected by both the Bug and Stallion Fires. Once the work is complete, resource advisors reinspect it before marking the repair complete.

Operations: With lightning in the forecast, resources remain positioned for initial attack and are prepared to respond quickly to any new fire starts in and around the Bug and Stallion fire areas. This allows firefighters to continue suppression repair while maintaining the ability to quickly shift resources if a new ignition occurs. Crews will continue monitoring conditions, patrolling the fire areas, and working to stabilize and rehabilitate areas impacted by suppression activities.

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Partly cloudy conditions with temperatures in the high 80s. Wind will be between 13 and 18 miles per hour with gusts around 22 miles per hour. Lightning is possible with isolated thunderstorms. These conditions can increase the potential for remaining heat to become active or for new fires to start. Firefighters will maintain a strong presence in the area and remain prepared to respond as needed. Smoke may remain present, and local air quality can be monitored at Fire.AirNow.gov/

August 23, 2026 at 10:43 AM With the new Hawk Fire incident in the region, resources from Bug and Stallion are currently assisting as needed, including both helicopter aviation assets. As the Bug and Stallion Fires move further into recovery, the focus remains on initial attack response, completing suppression repair, and safely returning impacted areas to the community.

Operations: Firefighters and heavy equipment may be visible in areas where suppression activities left disturbed ground. Crews are reshaping and stabilizing these areas where needed, with the goal of reducing the potential for erosion, runoff, and flooding during future weather events. Repair work can be less visible than active firefighting, but it is an important part of completing the incident. Returning roads, trails, containment features, and work areas to a stable condition helps protect the landscape and surrounding communities. Conditions will continue to be watched closely, particularly during periods of wind and low humidity. Resources remain available to investigate reports of smoke, respond to any remaining fire activity, and address new ignitions if they occur.

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Dry fuels, warm temperatures, and changing winds will continue to be closely monitored. These conditions can increase the potential for remaining heat to become active or for new fires to start. Firefighters will maintain a strong presence in the area and remain prepared to respond as needed. Smoke may remain present, and local air quality can be monitored at Fire.AirNow.gov/

Evacuations and Closures: Per Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, all evacuations and fire-related road closures have been lifted for the Bug Fire. Updates for evacuations for the Stallion Fire can be found at https://perimetermap.com/washoe.

Safety: Please use caution around recently burned areas and follow posted restrictions. Stay clear of firefighters and heavy equipment while crews complete monitoring and repair work. A small amount of caution now can help prevent injuries and keep crews focused on completing the recovery safely. The fires may be winding down, but safety remains a priority through the final stages of recovery.

August 22, 2026 at 9:54 AM

Yesterday, crews responded to another fuel ignition within the fire perimeter. These types of ignitions are common because larger fuels can retain heat and continue to smolder even after an area has reached containment. Crews continue to focus on suppression repair with an emphasis on initial attack if requested, amid elevated fire weather over the weekend.

Operations: Heavy equipment and hand crews are working together on suppression repair following the Bug and Stallion Fires. Dozers and excavators are rehabilitating containment lines, roads, trails, and other areas impacted by firefighting operations by reshaping ground and improving drainage to reduce erosion and flooding. Hand crews are repairing smaller or sensitive areas using hand tools to restore natural contours, cover disturbed soil, and remove debris. These efforts help protect roads, natural resources, and nearby communities as the landscape begins to recover.

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: A Red Flag Warning is in effect, with southwest winds expected to gust to 30–35 mph. Winds will peak around 4 p.m. on the Bug Fire and between 4–8 p.m. on the Stallion Fire. There is also a 7–15% chance of thunderstorms across the fire area. Smoke may remain present, and local air quality can be monitored at Fire.AirNow.gov/

Evacuations and Closures: Per Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, all evacuations and fire-related road closures have been lifted for the Bug Fire. Updates for evacuations for the Stallion Fire can be found at https://perimetermap.com/washoe.

Safety:  Firefighting resources have responded to three Vehicle accidents near or within the fire area. Road conditions can vary significantly in the large footprint of this incident. Speed regulation and watching for fire and suppression repair activities remain very important.

August 20, 2026 at 8:50 AM

Acres: Bug 93,733 acres / Stallion 40,691 acres
Containment: Bug 94% / Stallion 95%
Causes: Bug: Human. Stallion: Human.

Yesterday was a successful transition from the Southwest Team 1 to a Type 3 Incident Command Team. Both the Bug and Stallion fires are nearing full containment, and firefighters are continuing the hard work needed to safely bring the incident to an end.

Operations: With wind and temperatures increasing, firefighters continue to patrol and monitor to make sure the main fire does not leave its current containment lines. Firefighters will continue to patrol the fire area while addressing any areas of concern. Wind, dry fuels, and warm temperatures can cause previously quiet areas to become active again. Maintaining crews and equipment in the area allows firefighters to respond quickly if needed. Crews work to restore the priority areas that were disturbed, which would affect access to the communities or damage that could result from firefighting operations. This is done to lighten the workload on the home unit when we transition the fire back to them.

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Very dry conditions continue today with temperatures into the 90s and mostly clear skies. Fuels within the fire perimeter may still be smoldering as the larger diameter fuels are retaining heat. Smoke may still be present around the fire areas. Local air-quality conditions can be found at Fire.AirNow.gov.

Evacuations and Closures: Per Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, all evacuations and fire-related road closures have been lifted for the Bug Fire. Updates for evacuations for the Stallion Fire can be found at https://perimetermap.com/washoe.

Safety: While Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) have been lifted, “If you fly, we can’t!” Please remember: if you fly drones near a fire, we cannot safely operate aircraft. Drone incursions hinder suppression, emergency response, and puts crews and the public at risk.

August 17, 2026 at 8:49 AM

Acres: Bug 93,733 acres / Stallion 40,691 acres
Containment: Bug 85% / Stallion 84%
Total Personnel: Bug 766 / Stallion 67

Significant progress continues across both fires. Residents in the Rancho Haven, Red Rock, and Antelope Valley areas were able to return home today, and all Washoe County schools will be in session as scheduled. Containment continues to increase as firefighters strengthen containment lines and extinguish remaining hot spots. Crews who camped overnight in the Dogskin Mountains made significant progress addressing remaining heat along the containment line and were reassigned midday yesterday. As conditions improve and operational needs decrease, some resources are beginning to be released from the incident, allowing firefighters and support personnel to return home and spend some much-needed time with their families.

Operations: Crews continue to make progress securing the fire’s edge, protecting structures, and addressing remaining heat around the perimeter of both fires. Structure protection resources remain vigilant in the Rancho Haven, Red Rock, and Antelope Valley areas, monitoring conditions and working to ensure communities remain safe as residents return home.

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: The drying trend from the last two days will continue, with temperatures in the 80s and humidity in the low teens. Today the wind is expected to pick up with gusts up to 30-35 mph, especially on the southeast end of both the Bug and Stallion Fires. Smoke from the Bug, Stallion, and other regional fires may continue to impact surrounding communities. Local air-quality conditions can be found at Fire.AirNow.gov.

Evacuations and Closures: Per Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, all evacuations and fire-related road closures have been lifted for the Bug Fire. Updates for evacuations for the Stallion Fire can be found at https://perimetermap.com/washoe. For further questions, call Washoe County 311 or visit www.emergencywashoe.com.

August 16, 2026 at 9:46 AM

Acres: Bug 94,105 acres / Stallion 40,691 acres                             

Containment: Bug 84% / Stallion 81%                                                  

Total Personnel: Bug 849 / Stallion 262   

Fire personnel spent the day strengthening containment lines and extinguishing remaining heat within vegetation along the fire perimeter. The fire line along Highway 395 is now fully contained. Crews also responded to one new fire start approximately one mile from the Bug Fire. Dedicated initial attack resources assigned to the incident responded quickly and successfully suppressed the new start. 

Operations: Crews continue working to secure the fire’s edge, protect structures, and secure properties in communities surrounding both fires. While the precipitation this week aided in containing the fires, it made access on the roads difficult on the northwest side of the Bug Fire near the Dogskin Mountains. The crews that camped overnight in this area made great progress on extinguishing hot spots along the containment line. One crew will remain overnight and continue working in this area over the next 12 to 24 hours. Crews will also continue to have a presence in the Rancho Haven community.  

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Yesterday marked the start of a warming and drying trend, with temperatures reaching the high 80s, humidity dropping into the teens and westerly winds gusting near 20 mph. Fire behavior may increase as the rest of the fire area dries. Smoke from the Bug, Stallion, and other regional fires may continue to impact surrounding communities. Local air-quality conditions can be found at Fire.AirNow.gov. 

Evacuations and Closures: Evacuation statuses are issued by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Tribal authorities. For the most up-to-date evacuation map, visit www.perimetermap.com/washoe. The Evelyn Mount evacuation center is closed. For those who need assistance should call 311 from 8:00am-5:00pm or 1-800-Red-Cross after hours. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is accepting small animals at 2825 Longley Lane; the large animal shelter is at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. For livestock needs, evacuation updates, donations, shelter and lodging information, and general questions, call Washoe County 311 or visit www.emergencywashoe.com. 

August 15, 2026 at 8:17 AM

Stallion
Acres: 40,690
Containment: 74%
Personnel: 263

Bug
Acres: 93,381
Containment: 58%
Personnel: 717

Day and night shifts are being utilized on both the Bug and Stallion Fires. All Division resources will continue direct extinguishment tactics where safe conditions allow. Structure protection remains a top priority for crews in nearby communities. Containment increased on the perimeter of the fire, moving into the mop-up phase where crews extinguish remaining heat working. 

Ground crews are implementing burnouts as needed to contain fire spread beyond established boundaries working closely with air resources for support.

Aggressive attack by firefighters on both the Bug and Stallion Fires, aided by moisture from recent wetting rains, continues to drive containment up. The Bug Fire is now 58% contained and the Stallion Fire 74%. Yesterday, the number of evacuated residents dropped from approximately 2,600 to 282, with the majority of repopulation occurring in Antelope Valley and Palomino Valley, and the number of homes threatened by the Bug Fire was reduced from 6,000 to approximately 1,500. Increased containment and decreased fire behavior also allowed NV Energy to restore power to the majority of affected residents. Crews will continue to strengthen containment lines and extinguish heat along the fire perimeter so that remaining evacuation levels can be reduced as soon as it is safe. 

Operations: Crews continue directly attacking the fire’s edge, protecting structures, and securing properties in communities around both fires. Rugged terrain and difficult road access have made it challenging to secure the northern finger of the Bug Fire near the Dogskin Mountains; a crew will camp on the line overnight and work in that area for the next 48 to 72 hours to ensure remaining heat is extinguished in heavier fuels such as juniper.Lightning from recent thunderstorms ignited multiple fires in nearby areas, and dedicated initial attack resources assigned to the incident quickly suppressed them. As residents return to areas near the fires, please remember that crews and heavy equipment remain at work along roads and in communities. Please drive slowly and be mindful of continued fire operations. 

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Yesterday, higher humidity helped moderate fire behavior on both fires, but the rainfall was uneven. The southeastern portion of the Bug Fire received measurable moisture and the Stallion Fire received up to half an inch of rain, while the western flank of the Bug Fire and the northern finger near the Dogskin Mountains received little to no rain and remained dry. Today marks the start of a warming and drying trend, with humidity dropping into the teens and westerly winds gusting near 20 mph in the coming days. Fire behavior may increase as the rest of the fire area dries. Smoke from the Bug, Stallion, and other regional fires may continue to impact surrounding communities. Local air-quality conditions can be found at Fire.AirNow.gov. 

Evacuations and Closures: Evacuation statuses are issued by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Tribal authorities. For the most up-to-date evacuation map, visit www.perimetermap.com/washoe. The Evelyn Mount Community Center, 1301 Valley Road in Reno, is the official evacuation center. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is accepting small animals at 2825 Longley Lane; the large animal shelter is at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. For livestock needs, evacuation updates, donations, shelter and lodging information, and general questions, call Washoe County 311 or visit www.emergencywashoe.com.

Safety: As you return home, please remember: if you fly drones near a fire, we cannot safely operate aircrafts. Drone incursions ground air support, hinders suppression and emergency response, and puts crews and the public at risk. “If you fly, we can’t!”

August 14, 2026 at 10:56 AM

Acres: Bug 88,422 acres / Stallion 40,698 acres

Containment: Bug 31 % / Stallion 44%

Causes: Bug: Human. Stallion: Human. 

Firefighters are aggressively attacking both fires to increase containment so residents can return home as quickly as it is safe to do so. Containment on the Bug Fire has more than doubled to 31%, with the southern flank near Cold Springs fully secured, and the Stallion Fire now stands at 44% containment. Crews secured the northwest flank of the Bug Fire, allowing Highway 395 to reopen, and evacuation orders have been lifted for portions of Red Rock Road and Hungry Valley, allowing those residents to return home. As crews continue to strengthen and secure containment lines, we are working closely with the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Tribal authorities to reduce evacuation levels in additional communities as soon as conditions allow. 

Operations: Yesterday, wetting rains over the fire area aided crews who were directly attacking the fire’s edge, protecting structures, and securing properties in communities around both fires. On the Bug Fire, crews made strong progress on the southern (Cold Springs) and northern (Petersen Mountains) flanks. Day and night shifts continue direct suppression, burnout operations where needed to secure primary containment features, and mop-up around impacted and threatened structures. On the Stallion Fire, crews adapted to weather impacts and secured additional perimeter on the eastern flank toward Palomino Valley. Today, crews on both fires will press direct suppression while conditions favor it, extinguish remaining heat near the fire’s edge, and strengthen containment lines. Every section of line secured brings communities closer to returning home. 

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Thunderstorms with the potential for rain are forecasted again today, with cooler temperatures and higher humidity moderating fire behavior. Gusty and erratic thunderstorm outflow winds up to 40 mph remain possible and can push fire in new directions with little warning. A warming and drying trend is forecast in the coming days, which is why crews are working aggressively now to secure line while conditions are favorable. Smoke from the Bug, Stallion, and other regional fires may continue to impact surrounding communities. Local air-quality conditions can be found at Fire.AirNow.gov. 

Evacuations and Closures: Evacuation statuses are issued by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Tribal Authorities. For the most up to date evacuation map, please visit www.perimetermap.com/washoe. The Evelyn Mount Community Center at 1301 Valley Road in Reno is the official evacuation center. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is accepting small animals at 2825 Longley Lane. The large animal shelter is currently at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. For questions regarding livestock needs, evacuation updates, donations, shelter and lodging information and general questions, please call Washoe County 311 or visit www.emergencywashoe.com/ 

 Safety: As you return home, please remember if you fly drones during a fire, we can’t safely operate air support which may hinder suppression efforts and emergency response, this puts the crews and public at risk. 

“If you fly, we can’t!” 

Evacuations and Closures: Evacuations continue to evolve as the fires progress. Evacuation statuses are issued by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Tribal Authorities. For the most up to date evacuation map, please visit www.perimetermap.com/washoe. The Evelyn Mount Community Center at 1301 Valley Road in Reno is the official evacuation center. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is accepting small animals at 2825 Longley Lane. The large animal shelter is currently at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. For questions regarding livestock needs, evacuation updates, donations, shelter and lodging information and general questions, please call Washoe County 311 or visit www.emergencywashoe.com/

August 13, 2026 at 10:18 AM

Acres: Bug 88,422 acres / Stallion 33,731 acres

Start Dates: Bug: 8/8/26 Stallion: 8/10/26 

Containment: Bug 15% / Stallion 0%

Causes: Bug: Human. Stallion: Human. 

Total Personnel: Bug 579 / Stallion 192

Firefighters made significant progress yesterday on improving containment potential, particularly along the southern flank of the fire. With an increase in firefighter support and management resources, crews were able to adapt yesterday as disruptive weather moved in and rapidly changed conditions on the ground. Firefighters also responded to several small new lightning fire starts in the area and were able to successfully extinguish them. The Bug Fire made a run to the west, affecting Highway 395 and prompting more evacuations in that area. Across the West, high fire activity continues to strain national resources, resulting in a limited number of personnel available to manage the vast and challenging geographic footprints of the Bug and Stallion Fires. Despite these constraints, crews are working actively to suppress the Bug and the Stallion Fires. 

Operations: Yesterday, operational efforts focused heavily on securing containment along the southern flanks of both the Bug and Stallion fires, where hand crews and bulldozers worked together to construct and reinforce lines to prevent further southward spread. Passing storms brought localized precipitation that provided helpful moisture across portions of the Stallion Fire; however, the western flank of the Bug Fire received no rainfall. Strong outflow winds from the storms pushed the Bug Fire westward toward Highway 395 in California—where fire personnel are actively engaged. Increasing relative humidity overnight should assist night-shift crews in making continued progress.

Over the coming days, the primary operational priority will be capturing and securing perimeters of the Bug Fire and the Stallion Fire. Ground personnel are focused on securing lines near the fire’s edge, prioritizing structure protection for residences in the area and safety for the firefighters and the public. 

Weather, Fire Behavior and Smoke: Recent storm activity is expected to bring a helpful increase in relative humidity through Friday, alongside the potential for additional localized rainfall across the fire area. However, as a high-pressure system rolls in over the weekend, hotter and drier conditions will return, creating less favorable fire weather and increased potential for active fire behavior heading into next week. Smoke from the Bug, Stallion, and other regional fires may impact communities. Local air-quality conditions can be found at Fire.AirNow.gov.

Evacuations and Closures: Evacuations continue to evolve as the fires progress. Evacuation statuses are issued by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Tribal Authorities. For the most up to date evacuation map, please visit www.perimetermap.com/washoe. The Evelyn Mount Community Center at 1301 Valley Road in Reno is the official evacuation center. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is accepting small animals at 2825 Longley Lane. The large animal shelter is currently at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. For questions regarding livestock needs, evacuation updates, donations, shelter and lodging information and general questions, please call Washoe County 311 or visit www.emergencywashoe.com/

August 12, 2026 at 11:28 AM

The Bug and Fred Mountain Fires have combined and are now being referred to as the Bug Fire. Eight large air tankers, two very large air tankers, four water scoopers, and multiple water-dropping helicopters flew in support of ground crews throughout the day, combining with the coordinated defense of communities on all sides of the Bug Fire and along the east side of the Stallion Fire. While the containment percentage has decreased, the primary objectives of preventing structure loss and ensuring public safety through coordinated, timely evacuations were achieved. Containment is measured against the full perimeter, and growth resets the percentage even where completed line continues to hold.

Operations: Water scoopers were instrumental in the defense of Rancho Haven, working directly on the fire’s edge. The scoopers supported ground resources with multiple water drops to both fires throughout the day by reducing the fire’s energy before it reached dozer lines, allowing crews to establish control lines. On the south end of the Bug Fire, mop-up has begun as crews locate and extinguish remaining heat. At the northern end, firing operations strengthened control lines. On the west, a dozer line has been built in Rancho Haven with an indirect line through the flats as the fire backs slowly down the Petersen Mountains. Last night crews directly engaged the fire to take advantage of cool temperatures and higher humidity. The Stallion Fire grew on all sides. Smoke from the Bug Fire and cloud cover reduced fire activity across the Stallion Fire and allowed for control lines to be scouted, built, and improved while resources defended values along the fire’s east side. Resources on both fires remain focused on structure protection in surrounding communities.

Weather and Fire Behavior: Temperatures remain high with low humidity. Afternoon winds continue to strengthen daily, with gusts of 30 mph. Thunderstorms are forecast this afternoon and into tomorrow and can produce stronger, sudden outflow winds from any direction, along with lightning. A flash flood watch is in effect for areas near older burn scars.

Smoke: Smoke from the Bug and Stallion, and other regional fires may impact communities. If you or a loved one is sensitive to smoke, stay indoors when possible and continue monitoring local air-quality conditions at Fire.AirNow.gov.

Evacuations and Closures: Evacuations continue to evolve as the fires progress. Evacuation statuses are issued by the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Tribal Authorities. The Evelyn Mount Community Center at 1013 Valley Road in Reno is the official evacuation center. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is accepting small animals at 2825 Longley Lane. The large-animal shelter is currently at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center. Residents who can safely relocate animals to a friend or family member are encouraged to do so. For livestock-related questions, call 311. Red Rock Road and Lemmon Drive to Ramsey Way, with no westbound traffic on Lemmon Dr., are closed for firefighting efforts.

Current evacuation information is available at www.perimetermap.com/washoe

August 12, 2026 at 6:47 AM

Bug & Fred Mtn. 66,505 / Stallion 33,426 acres

August 11, 2026 at 10:07 PM

Bug & Fred Mtn. 44,304 / Stallion 22,427 acres

Active fire behavior is occurring, with wind-driven runs and flanking contributing to fire spread. Short-range spotting is also occurring, with embers carrying ahead of the main fire and creating potential for new ignitions beyond the active fire edge.

Hot, dry, and unstable conditions will remain in place, with poor overnight humidity recovery. Increased W/SW winds and low daytime relative humidity will support critical fire weather conditions each afternoon. W winds of 12–17 mph are expected, with gusts up to 30 mph.

August 11, 2026 at 10:16 AM

Bug & Fred Mtn. 40,304 acres / Stallion 20,078 acres
Containment: Bug 4% / Fred Mtn. 0% / Stallion 0%

Southwest Area Incident Management Team 1 assumed command of the Bug, Fred Mountain, and Stallion fires at 6:00 a.m. Tuesday. The Bug and Fred Mountain fires have now burned together. The Stallion fire saw significant fire growth to the east overnight. Extremely dry fuel, hot conditions and strong afternoon winds are expected to support significant fire movement on Tuesday. Firefighters will focus on protecting critical values around communities, roads and utility infrastructure across all three fires. 

Operations: On Monday, crews and aviation resources focused on protecting life and property as active fire behavior continued across the area. Ground and aviation resources worked to slow fire spread and support suppression efforts where conditions allowed. The Bug and Fred Mountain fires have now burned together, increasing the complexity of suppression operations across the incident area. Today, firefighters will continue to prioritize community and firefighter safety, engaging where conditions allow. Operations across these fires will focus on protecting critical values, including communities, road corridors and utility infrastructure. Resources will continue assessing opportunities to slow fire spread, strengthen containment features, protect structures and other values at risk. With large fire movement expected Tuesday, firefighters will remain prepared to adjust tactics as conditions change. 

Weather and Fire Behavior: Extremely dry conditions remain in place. Energy Release Components are above the 97th percentile, indicating critically dry fuels and a high potential for active fire behavior. Hot, dry and unstable conditions, poor nighttime humidity recovery and strong afternoon winds are expected to support significant fire movement Tuesday. West to southwest winds of 10–22 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph, are forecast during the afternoon. Wind-driven runs, flanking, short-range spotting and sustained runs through grass, brush and pinyon-juniper are possible. Fire managers expect these fires to remain highly resistant to control where winds and terrain align. 

Smoke: Smoke from the Bug, Fred Mountain, Stallion and other regional fires may impact communities and travel corridors. If you or a loved one is sensitive to smoke, stay indoors when possible and continue monitoring local air-quality conditions at Fire.AirNow.gov

Evacuations and Closures: With the potential for significant fire movement across all fires on Tuesday, evacuation status will change as fire behavior and conditions evolve. Community and firefighter safety remain the priority. The Evelyn Mount Community Center at 1013 Valley Road in Reno is the official evacuation center. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is accepting small animals at 2825 Longley Lane. The large-animal shelter at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center currently has more than 150 animals. Residents who can safely relocate animals to a friend or family member are encouraged to do so. For livestock-related questions, call 311.  

Current evacuation information is available at www.perimetermap.com/washoe

August 11, 2026 at 8:09 AM

The fire experienced rapid growth overnight and is now 44,304 acres. The incident management team is also managing the Fred fire which is now part of the Bug Fire.

August 10, 2026 at 6:27 PM

Active fire behavior is occurring, with wind-driven runs and flanking contributing to fire spread. Short-range spotting is also occurring, with embers carrying ahead of the main fire and creating potential for new ignitions beyond the active fire edge.

Firefighters will continue direct fireline construction on the north and northwest sides of the fire to minimize further spread. 

On the east and southeast sides, crews will continue direct and indirect fireline construction to limit eastward spread. 

Crews on the south side will continue constructing direct fireline to minimize spread to the south. 

On the north and northeast sides near the Fred Mountain Fire, firefighters will construct and secure direct and indirect fireline as conditions and terrain allow. 

Structure protection resources will continue assessing threatened structures, conducting structure triage, and establishing defensible space where conditions allow.

The incident is currently being managed under Unified Command between the US Wildland Fire Service and Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District with over 12 mutual aid partners assisting. The Bug Fire remains active, with wind-driven runs, flanking and short-range spotting. Hot, dry and windy conditions have supported rapid fire spread and extended burning periods. Fire activity continued into the evening, including significant 3–6-mile runs. Ground and aviation resources are being used to slow fire spread and support suppression efforts. Hot, dry and windy conditions are expected to support continued fire spread, spotting and extended burning periods. Wind-driven runs are possible where winds and terrain align, including both up and down drainages. Poor overnight humidity recovery may allow the fire to remain active in heavier fuels overnight. Rapid fire growth toward the east and Red Rock Road remains a concern. Firefighters will prioritize community and firefighter safety while aggressively engaging the fire where conditions allow, using ground and aviation resources to slow fire spread and support suppression efforts. A complex incident management team has been ordered.

Weather and Fire Behavior:

Fire behavior remains active, with wind-driven runs, flanking and short-range spotting. Crowning in the Pinyon and Juniper and long sustain runs in the grass and brush. Near-critical fire weather, critically dry fuels and strong afternoon winds are contributing to rapid fire spread and high resistance to control. Firefighters are prioritizing community and firefighter safety while aggressively engaging the fire where conditions allow. A hot, dry and unstable weather pattern remains in place, with poor nighttime humidity recovery. Increased W/SW winds and low daytime relative humidity are expected to support critical fire weather conditions each afternoon. West winds of forecast for 10–22 mph, with gusts up to 35 mph, are expected during the afternoon. Energy Release Components are in the 97th percentile, indicating extremely dry fuels that contribute to rapid fire spread and make suppression efforts more challenging

Evacuations and Closures:

The evacuation center at Evelyn Mount Community Center is the official evacuation center and is located at 1013 Valley Road, Reno. Washoe County Regional Animal Services is taking small animals in at its shelter at 2825 Longley Lane. The large-animal shelter at the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center currently has more than 150 animals, and despite dedicated staffing, resources and space is limited, and residents are encouraged to self-evacuate their animals to a friend of family member’s home if that is available them. Communities near the fire remain threatened by potential fire growth. Approximately 5,500 people have currently been evacuated. The link to the most recent evacuations https://perimetermap.com/washoe