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Newsom Funds Gann Fire Response; Evacuations Ordered, Reno Haze

8/5/2026

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Newsom Funds Fire

Governor Gavin Newsom announced funding for the Gann Fire response in Calaveras County, California.
Calaveras County Sheriff declared a local state of emergency to seek state aid.
Evacuation orders cover zones CCU-147, CCU-139, CCU-110, CCU-109 and added CCU-130-B on Tuesday.
Cal Fire reported 6,495 acres burned with no containment as of 5:38 p.m.
A dozer rollover injured a firefighter while 250 personnel and helicopters fight the fire.

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Haze Hits Reno

Smoke from Oregon’s Rowe Creek Complex and Shingle Fires, Nevada’s New Pass Fire and California’s Elephant Fire is drifting into Reno.
The National Weather Service says the haze will linger into evening, lowering visibility and travel safety.
Health officials urge people with lung conditions, seniors and children to limit outdoor time, noting a heat advisory and extreme heat watch also raise health risks.

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Newsom Funds Fire

Governor Gavin Newsom announced funding for the Gann Fire response in Calaveras County, California.
Calaveras County Sheriff declared a local state of emergency to seek state aid.
Evacuation orders cover zones CCU-147, CCU-139, CCU-110, CCU-109 and added CCU-130-B on Tuesday.
Cal Fire reported 6,495 acres burned with no containment as of 5:38 p.m.
A dozer rollover injured a firefighter while 250 personnel and helicopters fight the fire.

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