Sunday update: Conner Fire near Gardnerville remains at 17,351 acres, containment expected by July 4
The Conner Fire near Gardnerville remains zero percent contained as of Sunday morning, with 17,351 acres burned, according to the U.S. Bureau of Land Management.
Overnight, firefighters actively patrolled the fire area, focusing on containment and monitoring for potential threats. Minimal fire activity was reported, with a few flare-ups observed in the northwest portion of the fire; however, minimal fire growth. Crews continued mop-up operations, reinforcing control lines and extinguishing remaining hot spots to prevent rekindling.
As of Sunday, crews are working to close remaining gaps within the fire perimeter and build depth along control lines. Divisions are advancing toward one another in areas where terrain allows for safe access, coordinating efforts to tie in line segments and establish continuity.
Firefighters are actively scouting for opportunities to construct direct handline, cold trailing the edge of the fire to ensure no heat remains, mopping up interior heat sources, and strengthening the perimeter to secure containment. These efforts aim to reduce the potential for rekindling and limit the fire’s ability to spread under changing conditions.
North winds will continue over the next 24 hours, RH recoveries overnight will be be 60-64%. Afternoon winds will continue over the next several days. Estimated spread over the next 24 hours is an additional 1,500 acres.
Acreages are estimated at this time. Inciweb has an estimated containment date of July 4, 2025.
On Saturday evening, the Nevada Type 3 Incident Management Team 3, under the leadership of Incident Commander Andy Bertelson, assumed command of the Conner Fire.
All Evacuations have been lifted. For the most current evacuation information, please visit: https://www.douglascountynv.gov/ or https://app.perimeterplatform.com/incidents/polygon/63651
For updated fire information visit inciweb here.
We appreciate the public’s cooperation and ask everyone to remain vigilant as crews work under these critical fire weather conditions. Visit NevadaFireInfo.org for real-time fire maps, webcams, fire restrictions, and wildfire prevention resources.
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