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Mayor Nathan Robertson reported that the fire department is doing well after the Ward Mountain Fire. The city is ordering a new fire engine. The engine was ordered a few years ago, but communities face a nationwide shortage of fire apparatus, with production backlogs of years. “A lot of communities have to plan down the road. But we’re making do with what we have at the … [Read more...] about Mayor outlines Ely infrastructure, fire safety and park upgrades
Ward Fire
Locals step up to support Ward firefighters
A sweeping multi-agency suppression effort and an outpouring of community support ultimately brought the 8,775-acre wildfire south of Ely to containment. Igniting on Friday, July 31, approximately nine miles south of town, the fire burned through steep, rugged terrain packed with sagebrush, pinyon-juniper and mixed conifer. Fueled by dry vegetation and gusty winds, the … [Read more...] about Locals step up to support Ward firefighters
Ward Fire reaches final containment phase as emergency response team arrives for post-fire assessment
Firefighters are extinguishing the remaining hotspots on the Ward Fire on Thursday, Aug. 13, as containment operations near completion, marking the final daily update from the Eastern Nevada Interagency Incident Management Team. Control of the incident transitioned back to the local U.S. Forest Service office at the Ely Ranger District Today. Suppression repairs and BAER … [Read more...] about Ward Fire reaches final containment phase as emergency response team arrives for post-fire assessment
Ward Fire update: 35% contained, 8,775 acres
The Ward Fire remains at 8,775 acres. Containment has risen to 35% and assigned personnel is now 593. Weather: A fuels and fire behavior advisory was issued yesterday for Eastern Nevada through August 19, 2026. Dry fuels, prolonged drought and isolated thunderstorms continue to create conditions that can support rapid fire growth. Today: Firefighters will … [Read more...] about Ward Fire update: 35% contained, 8,775 acres
Ward Fire reaches 27% containment as firefighters make steady progress
Firefighters are making steady progress on the Ward Fire, strengthening primary containment lines and gaining containment to the south and west flanks. The fire is now 8,775 acres, and 27% contained, with 500 personnel assigned. Fire activity remains concentrated in Lowery Canyon, where steep, rugged terrain continues to make access challenging. Crews are taking advantage of … [Read more...] about Ward Fire reaches 27% containment as firefighters make steady progress