City of Reno
Home MenuReno Fire Department Newsroom
Also see:
Reno Fire Offers Labor Day Fire Safety Tips
The Reno Fire Department is offering tips on how to celebrate Labor Day safely.
08/31/2023 2:46 p.m.
UPDATE: Reno Fire Determines Cause of Reno House Fire
The Reno Fire Department has determined the cause of a fire at a Northwest Reno home on Friday, July 28, 2023.
08/01/2023 1:23 p.m.
UPDATE: Reno Fire Arrests Man In Patton Drive Apartment Fire Investigation
Reno Fire Investigators have made an arson arrest following an apartment fire in Northeast Reno last week. Fire investigators have determined that the blaze was intentionally set by 43-year-old Anthony Price.
07/31/2023 9:51 a.m.
Reno Fire Department Seeks Public Help in Arson Investigation
Reno Fire Investigators are seeking the public’s help in identifying the suspect responsible for an arson fire in Northeast Reno on July 27, 2023.
07/27/2023 4:08 p.m.
Reno Fire Department: Women Arrested after Sunday Fire
Reno Fire Investigators have charged 35-year-old Leanna Esteinou with one count of first degree arson.
07/17/2023 12:33 p.m.
Reno Fire Department recognizes recent promotions
On Thursday, July 13, 2023, the Reno Fire Department (RFD) will recognize 20 promotions within the department
07/11/2023 8:15 a.m.
RFD Reminds Residents of Firework Safety Ahead of Independence Day
The Reno Fire Department (RFD) reminds residents that the use of any fireworks in Reno and Washoe County are illegal, and unsafe, especially as people celebrate the Fourth of July holiday.
06/29/2023 11:00 a.m.
Reno Fire, NV Energy, Nevada Division of Forestry Using Goats to Reduce Wildfire Risk
In an effort to reduce the risk of wildfire risk in Rosewood Canyon, the Reno Fire Department, NV Energy, and the Nevada Division of Forestry are teaming up to use goats as fire mitigation tools.
06/26/2023 2:00 p.m.
RFD to observe International Firefighters’ Day
Thursday, May 4, 2023 is International Firefighters’ Day, a time to honor and remember the sacrifices of past firefighters who paid the ultimate sacrifice while protecting their communities.
05/03/2023 11:19 a.m.
Reno Fire Department Seeks Information in Weekend Arson Cases
Reno Fire investigators are asking for the public’s help in identifying the person or persons responsible who may have set eight fires Sunday afternoon and early Monday morning.
05/01/2023 4:12 p.m.
Reno Fire Department participating in Shamrock Shave for St. Baldrick’s Foundation
On Saturday, March 18, 2023, members of the Reno Fire Department (RFD) will participate in the Northern Nevada FOOLS’ annual Shamrock Shave for the St. Baldrick’s Foundation. The event will be held at Ole Bridge Pub, located at 50 North Sierra Street, from noon to 5 p.m.
03/17/2023 3:36 p.m.
RFD seeks public help in arson investigations
Reno Fire investigators have released the cause of three separate fire incidents that occurred in Reno yesterday, Thursday, February 2, 2023. They are currently seeking the public’s help in identifying suspects.
02/03/2023 4:23 p.m.
Reno Fire Department to conduct Christmas Tree Burn Demonstration
The Reno Fire Department invites the media to help spread the word as part of the City’s effort to educate the public on the importance of fire safety. Friday, January 6 is National Take Down Your Christmas Tree Day.
01/05/2023
El Departamento de Bomberos de Reno llevará a cabo una demostración de quema de árboles de Navidad
El Departamento de Bomberos de Reno invita a los medios de comunicación a ayudar a correr la voz como parte del esfuerzo de la Ciudad para educar al público sobre la importancia de la seguridad contra incendios. El viernes 6 de enero es el Día Nacional de Quitar el Árbol de Navidad.
01/05/2023
Seguridad contra incendios de Año Nuevo
El Departamento de Bomberos de Reno ofrece consejos sobre cómo celebrar la víspera de Año Nuevo de una manera segura.
12/30/2022 8:03 a.m.
RFD offers tips for a safe New Year’s Eve
The Reno Fire Department wants to help everyone in the Biggest Little City celebrate New Year’s Eve safely.
12/30/2022 7:59 a.m.
Reno firefighters host holiday party for local children in need
On Sunday, December 18, 2022, at 12 p.m., Reno firefighters will turn the Circus Circus Ballroom into a winter wonderland for local children in need.
12/16/2022 12:20 p.m.
Los bomberos de Reno continúan con la tradición de canastas navideñas de alimentos
El sábado 17 de diciembre de 2022, a partir de las 8 a.m., los bomberos actuales y retirados de Reno se reunirán y entregarán canastas navideñas de alimentos a familias preseleccionadas, continuando una tradición que comenzó hace casi 90 años atrás.
12/16/2022 8:48 a.m.
Reno firefighters continue holiday food basket tradition
On Saturday, December 17, 2022, beginning at 8 a.m., current and retired Reno firefighters will be assembling and delivering holiday food baskets to pre-selected families, continuing a tradition that started nearly 90 years ago.
12/16/2022 8:46 a.m.
Iris Automation granted third BVLOS Waiver to operate without visual observers on behalf of the City of Reno
Iris Automation has been granted its third waiver for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) autonomous operations on behalf of the City of Reno Fire Department, a participant in the FAA’s BEYOND program.
12/08/2022 8:19 a.m.