Paradise Valley District Volunteer Fire Department, Nevada

10/04/2026

Reminder for our firemen volunteers only 😀

Tuesday's meeting-
There will be the CPR for certification OR hands-only on Tuesday, October 6 from 6-8pm through HGH.
If you plan to do for certification a second follow up class will be scheduled.
See you at the meeting.

10/02/2026

𝐌𝐜𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 | 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝟑:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦

Humboldt County Emergency Management has received an update from the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (BLM) regarding the McConnell Fire.

Increased winds have caused some interior fire activity and hot spots to flare up within the existing containment area. The fire remains within established containment lines, and there is currently no threat to the public.

Crews are using water and retardant to cool hot spots and reinforce containment lines. Residents in the area may continue to see smoke, and at times visible flames, from within the burned area. This does not mean the fire has escaped containment.

Because of the amount of remaining heat and fuel within the fire perimeter, portions of the McConnell Fire are expected to continue smoldering until significant moisture or snowfall occurs.

Fire personnel will continue to patrol, monitor and conduct mop-up operations as needed to keep the fire within the established containment area.

As always, if you see new smoke or flames, especially outside the known fire area, please report it by calling 911. Do not assume visible smoke or fire has already been reported.

09/24/2026

🔥 | McConnell Fire Update: 99% contained at 33,762 acres

👩‍🚒 | The increase in reported acreage reflects adjustments to containment lines as firefighters improve lines along natural features.

⛰️ | Smoke may continue to be visible as small pockets of unburned vegetation slowly burn in steep, rocky areas. These pockets are surrounded by burned areas in most locations, and fire growth is not expected.

✈️ | Firefighters are continuing daily ground and aerial patrols to make sure the fire stays within containment lines.

💨 | Strong winds and elevated fire conditions are expected through the weekend. Fire managers will continue closely monitoring the fire and weather conditions.

⛏️ | A Burned Area Assessment Team is also evaluating the area and planning future restoration and repair work.

📷 | Air resources are focusing on these pockets of burning fuel in the southern portion of the McConnell Fire at McConnell Peak. Taken Tuesday, 09/22.

09/21/2026

09/19/2026

09/13/2026

9/13/26
McConnell Creek Fire ICP camp photos on Hinkey Summit rd in Kern’s field.
Crews are still working on a full containment line. Follow
Bureau of Land Management - Nevada for the current updates.

09/09/2026

9/8/27 at approx 6pm
Department was paged to a fire in the yard on Mountain View Drive.
Thank you volunteer fireman Ty Bell and others for the quick response.

09/08/2026

09/07/2026

Incident Update: McConnell Fire

September 7, 2026
Acres: 33,241
Start Date: August 25, 2026
Containment: 83%
Cause: Lightning
Total Personnel: 257
Fuels: Brush, Grass, and Timber
Total Resources: 5 crews | 2 helicopters | 5 engines | 2 dozers
Location: Santa Rosa Mountains Area

Summary: Firefighters continue to make progress on the McConnell Fire, which remains at 33,241 acres and 83% contained. Fire activity on Sunday was minimal, with smoldering and creeping observed primarily in brush and heavy dead-and-down fuels. Moisture in fine fuels and cooler overnight temperatures continue to limit fire behavior, and no fire growth is expected.

Crews continue working to secure the remaining uncontained portions of the fire. On the east side, firefighters are cold trailing and strengthening direct and indirect line in the Eagle Creek area. Crews in Cottonwood Creek are patrolling and improving containment lines where needed. On the south side, firefighters will patrol and strengthen existing fireline, while on the northeast side, crews continue mop-up and suppression repair. Suppression repair work is also ongoing on the west side of the fire toward Hinkey Summit road.

Weather and Fire Behavior: A cold front moved across the area Sunday evening, bringing scattered showers and a period of gusty north winds. Monday will be slightly warmer, with temperatures in the 60s and afternoon relative humidity dropping into the 20% range. Winds are expected to be light and terrain-driven throughout the day. Fire behavior is forecast to remain minimal, consisting of isolated smoldering and creeping well interior from the fire’s perimeter. A warming and drying trend is expected through midweek.

This update reflects incident conditions following the transition to the Type 3 Wyoming Team 3, which assumed command at 1800 on September 6.

Closures: The closure area for the McConnell fire in the Santa Rosa Ranger District has been scaled back. Hinkey Summit Road, Lye Creek Campground and Buckskin Road are all open. See Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Order 04-17-26-10-03. Expect firefighter activity along Hinkey Summit Road. Please drive with caution and respect all firefighter and equipment traffic.

Stage 1 Fire Restrictions remain in place for the region. For details, visit nevadafireinfo.org/restrictions.