North Lyon Fire

10/22/2026

🚨 ATTENTION 🚨

In anticipation of unfavorable weather conditions, North Lyon Fire is temporarily suspending open burning for all areas within the North Lyon County Fire Protection District, including within the City of Fernley for the following date:

- Friday October 23, 2026

This is in accordance with the terms outlined on the burn permits issued by North Lyon Fire, specifically, "This permit may be temporarily NULL AND VOID during suspension of burning by the District Fire Chief or his authorized representative."

With the predicted weather forecast for gusty winds from the US National Weather Service Reno Nevada, the Fire Chief has temporarily suspend open burning for the above-mentioned date.

Any person who violates the terms or conditions of burn permits shall be guilty of a misdemeanor and may be cited as such. The expense of responses to and suppression of any emergency incident that is the result of a violation of burn permits may be charged to the Responsible Party whose violation caused the response of equipment and personnel.

We anticipate rescinding the suspension Saturday morning, October 24, 2026 at 0500.

Please stay safe, and reach out to our business office with any questions or concerns.

You may also check the burn status on our website at www.northlyonfire.com. If the banner at the top of the page is red, it means burning is not authorized that day.

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada

10/22/2026

*Travel Advisory*

If you’re headed from Fernley to Reno this morning, you might consider an alternate route.

SCSO Deputies are on scene on I-80 west bound near Patrick (mile marker 28) where a small airplane has landed on the freeway. All travel lanes west bound are closed at this time. No injuries have been reported.

USE AN ALTERNATE ROUTE! AVOID THE AREA!

If traveling to Reno, please use Highway 50 through Carson City to I-580 north bound.

10/22/2026

Yesterday, we had the pleasure of welcoming some of our friends from Fernley Estates Senior Living to Station 61 for a special visit!

Our guests had the opportunity to tour the fire station, get an up-close look at some of our firefighting apparatus and equipment, and even check out the Battle Born Medevac helicopter stationed here at North Lyon Fire Station 61!

We also want to thank them for the meal that they brought our staff. The pulled pork sandwiches were delicious! And the apple crisp was a great touch.

One of the best parts of what we do is connecting with the people we serve. We genuinely enjoy opportunities like these to interact with our community, share a little about what we do, and build meaningful relationships with our residents.

Here at North Lyon Fire, we believe strong community relationships are just as important as the emergency services we provide. These connections help build trust, strengthen partnerships, and remind us why we’re so proud to serve this community.

A huge thank you to our friends from Fernley Estates for spending part of their day with us! We enjoyed your visit and hope you had as much fun as we did!

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Battle Born Medevac
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada

10/21/2026

Just before 3:30 a.m. this morning, North Lyon Fire crews responded to a reported fire off U.S. Highway 95A, south of the canal and south of Fernley.

Upon arrival, firefighters located what appeared to be an abandoned vehicle on fire. Firefighters extinguished the fire with no spread to surrounding vegetation. There were no injuries as a result of this fire.

We appreciate the dedication of our firefighters who respond around the clock, day or night, to protect our community.

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Lyon County Sheriff's Office - Nevada
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada

10/21/2026

With wet weather forecasted to move through our area, North Lyon Fire wants to remind everyone that a little extra caution behind the wheel can make a big difference.

Rain can create slick roadways, reduce visibility, and increase stopping distances. Whether you’re traveling around Fernley, or commuting on one of our highways, please keep these safety tips in mind:

* SLOW DOWN! Posted speed limits are intended for ideal conditions. Reduce your speed when roads are wet.

* INCREASE YOUR FOLLOWING DISTANCE. Wet roads mean longer stopping distances. Give yourself extra room between vehicles.

* TURN ON YOUR HEADLIGHTS. Make sure other drivers can see you! Don’t rely solely on automatic daytime running lights.

* WATCH FOR HYDROPLANING. Standing water can cause your tires to lose contact with the roadway. Slow down, avoid sudden movements, and never use cruise control on wet roads.

* BRAKE EARLY AND GENTLY. Avoid sudden braking, sharp turns, and aggressive acceleration.

* NEVER DRIVE THROUGH FLOODED ROADWAYS. You cannot always tell how deep the water is or whether the roadway underneath has been compromised.

* PUT THE PHONE DOWN. Distracted driving is dangerous in any weather, but especially when road conditions deteriorate.

* MOVE OVER AND SLOW DOWN FOR EMERGENCY VEHICLES. If you encounter first responders working along the roadway, give them the space they need to work safely.

Getting to your destination a few minutes later is always better than not getting there at all.

Our personnel respond to traffic collisions in all types of weather. Many of these incidents can be prevented by slowing down, staying alert, and adjusting your driving habits to the conditions.

We’d love to meet you, but let’s do that at our Open House on Saturday, and not on the side of the road.

Stay dry, and stay safe Fernley.

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada

10/20/2026

A BIG thank you to all the littles who stopped by Station 61 yesterday for a visit and tour!

We saw all sorts of awesome costumes, but we have to admit… Marshall from PAW Patrol was definitely our favorite! After all, Marshall is one of us!

There’s something special about seeing the excitement on a child’s face when they get to explore the fire station, see our equipment up close, and meet the firefighters who serve their community. As a fun bonus, our friends at Battle Born Medevac were also in between emergency calls, so Oscar and Stephanie showed these youngsters around their helicopter that is also stationed at Station 61.

These visits truly brighten our days! We absolutely love connecting with the smallest members of our community, answering their questions, sharing a few smiles, and hopefully inspiring a few future firefighters along the way.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by! We enjoyed your visit just as much as you did, and we hope to see you again soon!

📸: Ashley C., and North Lyon Fire

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Battle Born Medevac
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada

10/19/2026

YOU'RE INVITED!

Please join North Lyon Fire and Battle Born Medevac at our open house, Saturday October 24th, 2026 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. This event will be held at North Lyon Fire Station 61, at 195 E. Main Street in Fernley.

We will start the event with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new helicopter base here in Fernley, followed by helicopter show and tell, and fire station tours where you can check out our equipment and meet our firefighters.

We'd love to see you here!

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada

10/19/2026

Another busy week for the personnel at North Lyon Fire! Our crews continue to respond to a wide variety of emergencies throughout our community, providing critical services when they’re needed most.

Don’t forget about our Open House this Saturday, October 24th, from 10 AM to 2 PM at Station 61!

Come meet your local first responders, tour the fire station, check out our equipment, and help us celebrate our partnership with Battle Born Medevac, including a special ribbon-cutting ceremony for their new helicopter base!

We hope to see you there!

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada

10/18/2026

PUBLIC NOTICE: Invitation to Bid

North Lyon County Fire Protection District is requesting bids for an ambulance.

Notice is hereby given that the North Lyon County Fire Protection District will be accepting sealed bids (as described in the technical specifications) at the North Lyon County Fire Protection District Office, located at 195 E. Main Street in Fernley, NV 89408, by no later than 10:00 am on Monday, November 2, 2026.

Bidders may obtain the bid specifications at https://www.northlyonfire.com/newsroom/detailed-specifications-requirements-for-north-lyon-fire-ambulance.

Bids shall be delivered to the North Lyon County Fire Protection District Office in a sealed envelope marked North Lyon County Fire Protection District Ambulance bid. The North Lyon County Fire Protection District reserves the right to reject any or all bids; waive irregularities, informalities, non-conformities; or accept the bid deemed best for the interest of the District.

The project will be considered for award on November 12, 2026, at 6 pm at the regularly scheduled North Lyon County Fire Protection District Board meeting at 195 E. Main Street, Fernley, NV 89408.

The complete specifications required for the North Lyon County Fire Protection District’s new ambulance are attached in the document below. Prospective bidders should carefully review these specifications and ensure their submissions address all requirements.

10/17/2026

This morning at approximately 10:42 a.m., North Lyon Fire personnel were dispatched to a reported vegetation fire in the area of Marie Drive and Laine Way in Fernley, near the railroad tracks.

Responding firefighters encountered a fire involving large downed tree trunks, logs, and surrounding vegetation. Crews immediately began suppression efforts to contain the fire and prevent further spread.

Due to the size of the burning logs and the amount of heavy vegetation involved, extensive mop-up was required to break apart the burning material, allowing water to reach deep-seated hot spots.

Firefighters successfully stopped the forward progress of the fire at approximately 11:05 a.m. Crews remained on scene conducting extensive mop-up operations to ensure the fire was fully extinguished.

Multiple North Lyon Fire resources responded, including our career and support staff, and all units were released from the incident shortly before 1:00 p.m.

Even as temperatures begin to cool, dry vegetation and downed timber can still ignite and burn intensely. Fires involving large logs and tree trunks can be particularly challenging to extinguish, as heat and embers can remain deep inside the wood long after visible flames are knocked down.

We appreciate the hard work of our firefighters and the community members who promptly report fires and other emergencies.

No structures were threatened and no injuries were reported as a result of this fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation.

North Lyon Firefighters Local 4547 - Fernley
Lyon County, Nevada
City of Fernley.org
Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada