For Immediate Release

August 26, 2026

Washoe County Sheriff’s Office and Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue Complete Evacuation Notifications in Vya

VYA, Nev. – The Washoe County Sheriff’s Office, in coordination with Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue, has completed evacuation notifications for residents in the Vya area impacted by the S-1 Fire.

With evacuation notifications now complete, the S-1 Fire remains active and fire crews continue suppression efforts in the area. Conditions can change quickly, and residents should continue to monitor official information and be prepared to follow any additional instructions from emergency personnel.

The public is asked to avoid County Road 8A and County Road 34 in the affected area whenever possible to allow firefighters, law enforcement and other emergency personnel to safely continue response operations.

Please refer to PerimeterMap.com for the most current evacuation information, road closures and changing conditions related to the S-1 Fire.

Additional updates will be provided as information becomes available.

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