Lyon County opens evacuation site for recreational vehicles, large animals; dry camping only
MINDEN — Lyon County is working with the Nevada Division of Emergency Management to assist with the Evacuation efforts of South Lake Tahoe residents due to the Caldor Fire. Lyon County is not, at this time, opening a shelter. Lyon County is preparing to offer assistance as follows:
Dayton Event Center/Rodeo Grounds
Lyon County has room for 100- 150 recreational vehicles. The address is 500 Schaad Lane, Dayton, Nevada. Go here for a larger map.
Lyon County Fair Grounds
Lyon County has room for 200 plus recreational vehicles. Lyon County can also house large animals at the fairgrounds. The address is 100 95A East, Yerington, NV. Go here for a larger map.
BOTH FACILITIES ARE DRY CAMP ONLY. Lyon County can provide water but there are no connections.
Lyon County Facilities and Road Department are aware of this directive and will coordinate to ensure operations.
Current Evacuations (Douglas County)
No official evacuations have been issued at this time on the Nevada side of South Lake Tahoe. Residents in the Tahoe Basin should remain aware, and be thinking about evacuation. May people are choosing to leave the basin causing slow traffic in the areas and on the state route highways. Pay attention to road closures and available shelter locations. If residents feel unsafe they should leave the area. The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is working in collaboration with the City of South Lake Tahoe to evacuate residents based of safety and fire movement.
For an evacuation checklist and preparation go here.
Current Active Shelters
Carson City Community Center, 851 E William St, Carson City. This is the main evacuation site.
Fuji Park
Small and large animals, and for people who wish to stay overnight with their animals
601 Old Clear Creek Road, Carson City.