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Poeville Fire near Reno 30% contained

Posted at 11:12 PM, Jun 28, 2020
and last updated 2020-06-29 05:31:14-04

RENO (KTNV) — The 3,500-acre Poeville Fire on the eastside of Peavine Mountain northwest of Reno, Nevada is now 30& contained.

Authorities say fire crews will continue to secure and increase containment lines today.

Uhlig’s Nevada Interagency Team 3 is expected to take over command of the fire tomorrow.

North Virginia Street from Lemon Drive to Stead Boulevard remains closed.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect again today with a cold front passing through tonight with cooler temperatures expected Monday.

The public should expect to experience smoke in the Reno-Sparks Metro Area and blowing dust.