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October Breast Cancer Awareness T-Shirt Fundraiser

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and we are excited to announce that our t-shirt fundraising store is now open! This year, we’re offering shirts in both adult and kids' sizes so the whole family can show their support. All proceeds will benefit Moms on the Run, a local organization dedicated to helping breast cancer patients and their families. A special shout-out to Branded Screenprinting & Embroidery for their amazing design and for coordinating all the orders for these shirts. Don’t miss out—get your shirts today and join us in making a difference. Visit the Reno Fire October Fundraising Store to shop and support the cause!

 

Reno Home Wildland Fuels Reduction Program: Dumpster Service

The Reno Home Wildland Fuels Reduction Program aids homeowners in Reno's wildland-urban interface communities by providing dumpsters for creating defensible space. Funded through grants from the State Farm Good Neighbor Program and Waste Management, the program offers 30-yard dumpsters for one-time use, delivered on Thursdays or Fridays and picked up every Tuesday. Priority is given to neighborhoods within the Reno Fire Department's jurisdiction, especially those in high fire-risk areas. Residents interested in participating should submit their applications promptly, as there's a limited number of dumpsters available each weekend. Submit your application today!

 

New Activity Book

We are excited to launch a new activity book featuring Boston the Arson Dog. Boston has several activities to teach fire safety. 

 Download Boston the Arson Dog's Activity Book 

Reno Community Connect

Reno Community Connect allows residents to share critical information with first responders.

• Sign-up for Reno Community Connect

Our Pledge to You

The Reno Fire Department will provide the City of Reno with the best possible all risk emergency service in the protection of lives and property. We are and will continue to be identified by our dedication and pride in outstanding customer service, public health, safety, prevention and education.

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide our citizens and visitors with the best possible all-risk emergency service in the protection of life and property. Public health, safety, and prevention education are key components of our mission. We are and will continue to be identified by our dedication and pride in outstanding customer service. 

Our Values

To Our Citizens and Visitors

The lives and well-being of our citizens, visitors, and department members are our highest priority. We will be fiscally responsible in all we do. We constantly strive to earn the respect of our community by providing the best possible emergency response based on concern, compassion, and professionalism in everything we do. We strive to provide the highest level of public safety to our citizens. 

To Our Organization

We work as a team to accomplish the department's missions and goals through open communication, cooperation, and recognition of shared successes. We encourage and promote pride, loyalty and a true sense of ownership in our department and our community. We seek responsibility and take responsibility. 

To Each Other

We are committed to openness and honesty in all situations. We value each member of the department and treat each person's diverse contributions with dignity, fairness, and respect. We are accountable to those we serve and to each other. 

Rosewood Canyon Hazardous Fuels Mitigation Plan

The Reno Fire Department is pleased to announce that the Rosewood Canyon Hazardous Fuels Mitigation Plan is almost complete. The City received funding from the State Fire Assistance WUI grant to mitigate approximately 90 acres of fuel in the Rosewood Canyons area of Southwest Reno, based on a mitigation plan submitted in 2014.

• Details of the mitigation plan

Burning Information

Burn permits are required when open burning is allowed. A valid Burn Permit Request Form must be submitted to Reno Fire via email to RFDRequests@reno.gov. If you live in Washoe County but outside the Reno City limits please call 775-326-6000 to speak with the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District. For information about Open Burning, please visit Washoe County Open Burning  site. 

Burn Season is closed.

For information please see Frequently Asked Questions about Burn Permits and the Hydrographic Basin Map.

Wildfires 

Map for fires are burning in our area. Western Fire Chiefs Association Fire Map

As the seasons change, northern Nevada is still prime for fire danger due to our dry vegetation. Please continue to be fire aware and take precautions when enjoying outdoor activities.  Learn more about wildfires and get safety tips

General Information

Our Region often has strong winds. What is a Red Flag Warning?  A Red Flag Warning is issued when warm temperatures, very low humidity, and stronger winds are expected to substantially increase fire danger.  When a Red Flag warning is issued:

1. Stay aware of the weather and your surroundings
2. Be extremely careful with open flames or refrain from using fire pits or open barbeques
3. Do not throw cigarettes or matches out of a moving vehicle
4. If you see smoke or fire, call 911 ASAP
5. Be ready to evacuate quickly if ordered or a fire threatens 

We are currently accepting applications for Firefighter.  For more information visit Reno Fire Recruitment Information.

The Reno Fire Prevention Bureau offers important tips and information in their Recreational Fire and Portable Fireplace Burning Information sheet.

Reno Fire is proud to announce the launch of PulsePoint. This free mobile app alerts citizens trained in CPR when someone near by is in need of help. Anyone with a smartphone can download the free PulsePoint Respond app through the Google Play and Apple stores. Once the app is installed, select the agency (in this case “Reno Fire”) serving the area where you live or work to receive alerts.

RFD recently tested new sensor technology from SimpleSense that enables firefighters to find people faster in an emergency.

 The American Red Cross is currently offering free smoke alarms. To learn more about the program, visit The American Red Cross website. 

Videos

• Re-Know Minute: Smoke Alarms - Learn more about smoke alarms and the vital role they play in keeping you and your home safe.
• Re-Know Minute: Meet Boston, RFD's Arson Dog - Learn more about RFD's four-legged team member.
• Re-Know Minute: Christmas Tree Safety - Safety tips to keep in mind during the holiday season.  
• Re-Know Minute: PEVR -  Primary Emergency Vehicle Routes
• Re-Know Minute Water Safety - Tips for staying safe when enjoying the Truckee River
• Re-Know Minute Text to 9-1-1 - Launch of new ability to text to 9-1-1 for help if unable to call.
• Re-Know Minute Hot Cars - Some important safety tips for these hot summer days to keep your children and pets safe. 
• Re-Know Minute Wildfire - Information about safety and wildfire danger, that's important in our dry region even beyond summer.
• Re-Know Minute Ice Safety - Please stay off the ice, it may not be as thick or strong as you think.
• Re-Know Minute: Open Burning  - Learn more about Open Burning in the Reno area. 

Clear Air

Many residents like to take advantage of using a wood stove or fireplace to burn wood or pellets to help heat their homes. Did you know that there is a Burn Code determined each day by the Washoe County Health Department based on our current air quality that tells us if we are allowed to burn?