Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest
U.S. Forest Service
1200 Franklin Way
Sparks, NV 89431
ALPINE COUNTY UNIFIED COMMAND
DATE: July 25, 2021
RE: Evacuee Access & Escorts
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Alpine County Sheriff’s Office and El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office are providing escorts for residents located in the evacuation area to secure pets, papers and emergency items. Escorts will take place from 9:30 AM – 12 PM and 1:30 PM to 5 PM on July 25, 2021. Locations in the evacuation area are dependent on fire activity. Additional escorts on future dates will be determined by fire activity. If you are interested in receiving an escort to your residence please proceed to the Nevada/California Stateline located on Foothill Rd.
Evacuee Information
Alpine County in collaboration with Douglas County and Douglas County Community Services established an evacuation shelter at the Douglas County Community and Senior Center located at 1329 Waterloo Ln., Gardnerville, NV 89410. It is recommended that any evacuees needing shelter, food or supplies go to the location and register. Additionally, anyone looking for information on evacuees should check in at the registration desk.
Media Inquiries Regarding Alpine County Evacuations & Re-Entry
JT Chevallier
Public Information Officer
Alpine County
530-721-1339
jchevallier@alpinecountyca.gov
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