Fire officials warn lawmakers of impending fire season

By: Jeniffer Solis

Outlets: Nevada Current

Published: May 29, 2026

Words: 822

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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Nevada fire officials are warning that record low snowpack and abundant fuels could raise the potential for large-scale wildfires as the state heads into warmer months.

On Wednesday, state and federal fire agencies — including the Nevada Division of Forestry, the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management — briefed lawmakers on wildfire conditions and preparedness across the state during a Joint Interim Standing Committee on Natural Resources meeting.

Over the Memorial Day …

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