We’ve seen many messages over the last several days with links to resources and asks from community members on how they can help. We’ll be sharing resources and information here as we come across them. Please check back for updates.
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Update for Sept. 12:
Aceball benefit for Davis Fire. As many area residents continue to be affected by the Davis Fire, the Reno Aces are offering fans an opportunity to help their neighbors in need during the upcoming homestand against the Albuquerque Isotope, the Colorado Rockies’ Triple-A affiliate, at Greater Nevada Field. Fans who purchase $8 right-field reserve and $11 infield reserve tickets through the link below for next week’s home games from Tuesday, Sept. 17, through Thursday, Sept. 19, will have 100% of the ticket’s proceeds will directly benefit the residents affected by the Davis Fire via the Red Cross of Northern Nevada. Get tickets here.
Fire Information and Safety Resources
USFS Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Social Media Links, identified as the official source of information about the fire
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HumboldtToiyabeNF
- X: https://twitter.com/HumboldtToiyabe
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DavisFireInfo
Watch Duty, available in web and mobile app versions at no cost, includes a map of the fire perimeter and links to the latest updates from local fire operations teams
InciWeb – Davis Fire, Incident reporting website
PerimeterMap, provides the latest evacuation maps
AlertWildfire, provides regional cameras to observe fire activity
Flight Radar, to see aircraft being used
Fire and Smoke Map, for air quality information
Nevada 511 / NVRoads.com, provides the latest on road closures and traffic conditions
NV Energy, outages and emergencies information
Wildfire Evacuation Checklist, provided by the Living With Fire program
Code Red Emergency Alerts, get text messages
Washoe County Emergency Management
Evacuation Locations:
- NEW Neil Road Recreation Center, located at 3925 Neil Rd., and the American Red Cross of Northern Nevada Chapter is offering food and water.
- Washoe County Regional Animal Services can shelter small animals at 2825 Longley Lane.
Large Animal Evacuation Centers:
- The University of Nevada Equine Facility 1290 Valley Rd, Reno
- Fuji Park 601 Old Clear Crk Rd, Carson City
- Washoe County Animal Control is available recover pets and large animals in the evacuation area by calling 775-322-3647 #1 (8 a.m.-10 p.m.). Dispatch will need the address, description of the animal, where it is located on the property, and number of animals.
- Potable water for livestock or residential uses are available through these companies:
H2O 4 U (775) 233-7949
Sani-hut (775) 358-6720
Site Services of Nevada (775) 444-1098
United Site Services (800) 864-5387
Get Help
General support: Red Cross in northern Nevada – call 1-800-733-2767 for shelter and essential services, and following the fire post-emergency recovery
Mental health support: 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline (dial 988 on any phone) is available 24/7 to provide support for those experiencing emotional distress or a mental health crisis.
Showers: The City of Reno has opened many of its Parks and Recreation facilities for drop-in showers. Anyone who has evacuated due to the fire can stop by the Moana Springs Community Aquatics and Fitness Center, the Evelyn Mount Northeast Community Center or the Northwest Pool for services.
LGBTQIA+ support: Our Center also opened up its space to those affected by the fire. The LGBTQIA+ community center is open to anyone in need of a place to catch their breath, charge their phones and find access to resources. While visiting, kids can use the art room and library.
Youth shelter: The Eddy House is open, especially for young adults between the ages of 18-24, providing shelter, meals, showers and access to resources.
Co-working space: The Reno Hive is open for those who need a space to work during this time.
Keeping kids busy/cared for: Families can also stop by Swet Fitness, Little Red Wagon Kids or the National Automobile Museum for free entertainment. PBJ Collective has waived fees for its babysitting services.
Lodging: If you need a place to stay during the evacuation order, all three hotels at The ROW, J Resort, Grand Sierra Resort, Best Bet Motor Lodge, The Peppermill, Nugget Casino Resort, the Best Western Plus in Sparks and Reno Suites Hotel are all offering discounts.
Storage space: The U-Haul Company of Northern Nevada announced Wednesday that is making facilities in Reno and Sparks available to provide 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage to residents fleeing the Davis Fire. The offer is subject to availability. People seeking more information or needing to arrange storage services should contact the participating location nearest them:
U-Haul Moving & Storage of Double Diamond, 10400 S. Virginia St., Reno, (775) 851-4030
U-Haul Moving & Storage of Spanish Springs, 11425 Digital Court, Sparks (775) 425-3876
And in case you were in need of a mental health pick-me-up, Kitty Kisses Cat Café is offering free 30-minute cat lounge sessions to first responders and those displaced by the fire.
Give Help
United Way of Northern Nevada and the Sierra has opened an assistance fund with donations going directly to cover food, shelters, medical supplies and emergency financial assistance to families in need. All administrative fees are waived for this fundraiser.
Ashlee’s Toy Closet accepts donations of money and toys to provide new toys to children in need who have lost their homes.
The Reno Fire Department (RFD) invites anyone interested in helping first responders while they battle the Davis Fire to donate unopened, non-perishable snacks and drinks to any Reno fire station throughout the City of Reno. RFD will ensure these items make their way to the men and women on the frontlines of this incident. Top-requested items include:
- Bottled waters
- Gatorades
- Beef Jerky
- Granola Bars
- Trail Mix and Nuts
- Individually wrapped candy like Skittles, Red Vines, Starburst, hard candy, gummies, etc. (please avoid items that melt, such as chocolate)
