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Davis Fire Community Resources

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Last Updated: 9/16/24 @ 2:30pm, Published 9/9/24

Please note that emergencies like fires are everchanging and while we strive to have the most up to date information, places can fill up for evacuees and animals. Please call to verify rates and availability.

Our Instagram Page will reflect the most updated information for the #DavisFire.

Our hearts are with everyone in our community who has been displaced/affected by this fire. We will continue to share updates in our IG stories as well as updates in this post and comments. Please share so we can get as many resources shared in the comments below.

Davis Fire Details

This is an active fire, 5824 acres, 85% contained in as of 9/16 @ 2:30pm – active state of emergency.

+ Evac area | go to perimetermap.com / download @watchdutyapp
+ Power outages still in place from NV Energy

+ Debriefings & Community Meetings

  • 9/13 @ 7pm – Live stream | Facebook & YouTube
    • Location: Depoali MS; 9300 Wilbur May Pkwy, Reno

+ Emergency Go-Bag

I did a video on my emergency go-bag that you can watch here. Here is a short list of items you need to pack in your emergency go-bag at all times.

  • First Aid Kit
  • Multiuse tool w/scissors, screwdriver, file, etc.
  • Whistle
  • Flashlight
  • Headlamp
  • Crank / Solar Radio
  • Waterproof Bags
  • Duck Tape
  • Wipes
  • Snap Glow Stick Lights
  • Emergency Thermal Blankets

Here are links to all of these items and others.

+ School Closures

+ @washoeschools

  • 9/9/24 – ALL WCSD Canceled
  • 9/10/24 – (9) NINE WCSD Canceled
  • 9/11/24 – ALL WCSD Canceled
  • 9/12/24 – (12) TWELVE WCSD Canceled
  • 9/13/24 – (3) THREE Schools Canceled – Galena HS, Marce Herz MS, Hunsberger ES

+ Other School Closures

  • Sage Ridge School | Closed 9/12-13
  • Redfield UNR campus | Closed 9/13-9/15

+ Road Closures

Road closures and evacuation areas are not only for the safety of the community and families residing, but also for the safety of our first responders. Please do not attempt to travel in these areas.

  • Mt Rose Highway RT431 from Timberline Drive to Fairview Boulevard
  • Davis Creek Rd Both Directions near US-395 Alt. All lanes closed.
  • Both Directions from Fairview Blvd to Wedge Parkway. All lanes closed.
  • I-580 Mt. Rose ramps remain closed.

See NVRoads.com for the latest road closure information.

Evacuees Resources

Where to Relocate

+ Evac sites

  • 9/11/24: Evac shelter has relocated to Neil Road Recreation Center; 3925 Neil Road
  • Senior Center on 9th Street Reno w/ @redcrossnevada on site to assist
  • @eddy_house for young adults ages 18-24 – emergency shelter, meals, showers, access to resources

+ Discounted hotels for those displaced

+ Animal Evac

+ Long / Short Term Rentals

The following have been shared with us directly so you can reach out to these companies / individuals.

  • Short Term Rental in North Shore Lake Tahoe (dog/baby friendly) – reach out to @sdiprinzio on Instagram
  • Property that can house an RV/trailer and help with livestock on acre – reach out to @emily_louise22
  • RED in Downtown
  • KASA (STR, furnished)
  • Vintage at South Meadows (STR)
  • Blue Sierra Realty (STR, LTR, furnished)
  • Tahoe Cohost Collective (STR)

+ Storage / Waste Management / Etc.

  • U-haul offers free 30-day storage to residents affected by Davis Fire
  • Waste Management has placed two 14-yard bins at Hunsberger Elementary School and at the Galena Creek Trailhead on Callahan Road to assist residents in disposing of household waste and spoiled food.
    • 🗓️ Extra support: On Tuesday, September 17, residents of impacted areas can set out up to three 35-gallon bags outside their carts to account for missed service during the evacuation.
    • On Wednesday, September 18, WM will provide an additional curbside collection for affected households. Please set out regular trash and food waste, or drop it off at Lockwood Landfill, open Monday-Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Where to Eat & Play

+ Families

+ Food for Displaced

+ Food for First Responders

Thank you to Rising For The People Coffee Co. and Doughboys Donuts Sparks for donating coffee and donuts to our first responders! One of our mama volunteers picked them up and delivered earlier today (9/9/24).

Thank you to Hub Coffee Roasters for also donating carafes of coffee daily to our first responders.

Where to Donate

+ Donating to First Responders

Update 9/11 – Fire stations are being overwhelmed with items. While they appreciate it, they cannot take anymore items.

If you are waiting to donate to the first responders, you can drop off SHELF-STABLE (jerky, protein bars, nuts, electrolytes, etc) or restaurant catering food and drink to any fire station who will then disperse it to our first responders. They cannot accept homemade items.

+ Accepting Donations

  • CARE BASKET DONATIONS – @northernnevadamoms we are accepting donations for free family care baskets, fill out this form evacuees at the following drop-off locations:
    • Drop-off Location #1: Prude & Boujee in Midtown Reno
    • Drop-off Location #2: Family First Chiropractic in Sparks
    • Suggested Items: New or Gently Used Books for Kids, Reusable Water Bottles, Socks (all ages), Chapstick, Deck of Cards or Uno, Tiny Toy/Small Stuffed Animal, Shelf Stable Snacks like chomps sticks, veggie sticks, made good bars, junk less granola bars, edamame or nuts, honest kids juices, nut butters and jelly’s, etc.
    • Monetary: If you would prefer to donate monetarily you can Venmo @LeannaCarson and 100% off donations will go towards care baskets.
  • Neil Road Evac Shelter is accepting shelf-stable food & drink and items for evacs!
  • @nevadahumanesociety pet food, blankets, towels and treats 
  • @ashleestoycloset accepting at @cfasparks 9/9 from 5-7pm
  • @catmandu_carsoncity

+ Local GoFundMe & Fundraisers

Here are some local families and first responders who need our help. If you feel inclined to donate, these go directly to them.

Here are some more fundraisers:

  • @renoaces Ticket Fundraiser | 100% of proceeds will benefit those affected the Davis Fire from the Sept. 17-19 games
  • @libertyexchange Sept 12 only, portion of proceeds will go to Washoe County Davis Creek Fire Emergency Assistance Fund and the Support the Teeter Family Fund. Locations include Liberty Food & Wine Exchange (Reno), Great Basing Brewing Co. (Reno, Sparks, Carson City, Minden), Cucina Lupo (Carson City) and Overland Restaurant & Pub (Gardnerville)

Where to Get Clothing, Toiletries, Necessities

+ Clothing/Toiletries/Toys

+ Hygiene

  • @cityofreno select parks/rec free showers
  • @wellhousenv free showers & $10 medicinal salt therapy for all first responders and displaced

Where to Work

+ Workspace

📸: select videos in our reel courtesy of r/reno

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