UPDATED at 8:45 p.m. Monday, November 11

All evacuation orders related to the Callahan Ranch wildfire in the Reno area have been lifted, officials announced Monday evening.

Residents are advised to exercise caution as firefighters and NVEnergy crews will remain on site overnight to monitor the situation and make any necessary repairs.

Power has also been restored to affected areas.

UPDATED Monday, November 11 at 5:15 p.m.

As of 5:15 p.m., evacuation orders were lifted for residents in the Goldenrod and Callahan Road areas affected by the Callahan Fire. Residents are now allowed to return to their homes.

Although most of the Callahan Ranch area is now accessible, it is important to keep in mind that some road closures remain in effect due to ongoing firefighting efforts. Residents are advised to exercise caution and follow instructions from authorities.

UPDATED Monday, November 11 at 4:00 p.m.

According to the Truckee Meadows Fire, firefighters will spend the night and tomorrow mopping up the Callahan Fire.

A main residence and several outbuildings were destroyed in the fire.

The cause of the fire is currently unknown and remains under investigation. As of (time), evacuation orders have been lifted for residents in the Goldenrod and Callahan Road areas affected by the Callahan Fire. Residents are now allowed to return to their homes.

Although most of the Callahan Ranch area is now accessible, it is important to note that some road closures remain in effect due to continued firefighting efforts and potential hazards. Residents are advised to exercise caution and follow specific instructions from local authorities.

UPDATED Monday, November 11 at 2:25 p.m.

A band of rain helped crews battle the Callahan Fire in south Reno, off Mt. Rose Highway.

By Monday afternoon, the progression of the fire had been stopped. Several agencies are working to lift evacuations, but some are still in effect. Evacuations for the Montreux area have been lifted, all others are in place until crews have finished clearing hot spots.

The Mt. Rose Highway has reopened in both directions, from Wedge Parkway to Douglas Fir Drive.

A spokesperson for Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue told News 4-Fox that 11 structures were lost in the fire and they are currently conducting a damage assessment.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

ORIGINAL STORY

A fast-moving brush fire in south Reno caused the evacuation of some nearby residents and closed the Mount Rose Highway.

The fire broke out near the area of ​​Callahan Road just before 10:15 a.m. on November 11.

Evacuations

As of 12:35 p.m., the fire had burned approximately 100 acres and approximately 3,000 residents were affected by the fire.

Evacuations are underway for residents of the following areas (shaded red):

• Monte Rosa Highway and Callahan Road
• Salmon River Court
• Napoleon Walk
• Avenue de la Briana
• Tannerwood Drive
• Wild woodland walk
• Goldenrod Road
• Avenue du Château
• Fawn Lane
• Sorrel way
• Carl Drive
• Paris Court
• Cherry tree walk
• Montreux Golf

The county is asking residents to leave immediately and an evacuation center has been set up at the South Valleys Library. All large animals can be taken to the Reno Sparks Livestock Events Center. The Reno and Sparks resorts also offer discounted rooms for those affected by the fire.

Impacts on traffic

The Monte Rosa Highway is currently closed to all traffic between Wedge Parkway and Douglas Fir Drive in both directions.

Weather report

Truckee Meadows Fire and Rescue says the fire is wind driven and spreading at a rapid rate. High winds remain forecast for the rest of the day, with sustained winds gusting to 23 miles per hour in Reno with the latest gusts approaching 40 miles per hour.

Governor Joe Lombardo took to social media shortly after the fire broke out, saying, “My office and Nevada Emergency Management are fully engaged in assessing and fighting the ongoing wildfire near Callahan Ranch. Please heed local authorities and follow evacuation warnings.

Power outages

NV Energy deenergized power lines to ensure the safety of first responders. Around 5,500 residents are affected by the outages. The utility company will actively monitor the fire and weather conditions to determine when it is safe to restore power.

Air quality

The Callahan Fire is causing air quality to reach unhealthy levels in the Reno area. You are asked to limit your outdoor activities.

The fire is burning in the same vicinity as the Davis Fire.

News 4-Fox 11 has a crew on the way to the scene and will bring you the latest news as it becomes available.