Tamarack fire update: Voluntary evacuations issued for Holbrook Junction, Leviathan Mine Road areas
Voluntary evacuations were issued Tuesday night for residents in Leviathan Mine Road and Holbrook Junction areas. Residents can go to Topaz Ranch Estates Community Center, which is designated as an evacuation site, according to Douglas County officials. Emergency warnings have been sent to cell phones followed by emergency personnel warnings.
Evacuation Locations:
— TRE Community Center, 3939 Carter Dr. Wellington, Nev.
— Douglas County Community and Senior Center (Pet friendly), 1329 Waterloo Lane, Gardnerville
Evacuation location for large animals, livestock:
The Carson City Fairgrounds at Fuji Park. The park cannot shelter small domestic pets such as dogs and cats. Please provide food for your livestock, as it will not be provided by the facility. It is also encouraged to bring water buckets if possible.
Other evacuations:
Alpine County Sheriff’s Office ordered new mandatory evacuations for the Blue Lakes Road area and the Mesa Vista area Monday. Markleeville, Grover Hot Springs and campground area, Shay Creek, Marklee Village, Alpine Village, Woodfords, East Fork Resort and the community of Hung A Lel Ti are under still under evacuation orders.
Road Closures:
— SR-88 is closed between Pickett's Junction and Stateline, according to CHP. Find alternate routes.
— Highway 89 is closed at the intersection of Highway 4 and 89. Highway 4 is open west of the Highway 89 and Highway 4 junction. Please slow down and drive with caution in the area as fire crews continue to work.
The Pacific Crest Trail is closed between Carson Pass (Highway 88) and Ebbetts Pass (Highway 4). Please find locations away from the fire area for your recreation opportunities.
For fire information see:
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7674/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tamarackfireinfo/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Douglascountynv
Twitter: @HumboldtToiyabe
Fire Information Number: 775-446-5438
This situation continues to evolve, please check the website and respond to emergency personnel accordingly.