Amy Alonzo

6 days ago | nnbw.com | Amy Alonzo

Nevada’s infrastructure is among the best in the nation, according to a report released June 11 by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The report, which issues grades of A through F (similar to a school report card), showed slow but steady improvements with Nevada earning a grade of C+, higher than the national average of a C grade.

1 week ago | insurancejournal.com | Amy Alonzo

“Don’t say this is going to be the worst fire season,” Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo jokingly told State Forester and Fire Warden Kacey KC at a June 10 wildfire briefing in Carson City. “You say that every year.”KC smiled in reply, but her cautious forecast for the coming fire season didn’t quite comply with the governor’s request.

1 week ago | sfgate.com | Amy Alonzo

Despite dry conditions, officials are optimistic about their ability to respond to whatever happens, touting interagency cooperation and well-executed emergency responses last year that will serve as models for the coming season. A healthy dose of one-time state and federal funding was also a cause for optimism. Much of the state’s lower elevations saw little to no snow during the winter.

1 week ago | standard-journal.com | Amy Alonzo

"Don't say this is going to be the worst fire season," Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo jokingly told State Forester and Fire Warden Kacey KC at a June 10 wildfire briefing in Carson City. "You say that every year."KC smiled in reply, but her cautious forecast for the coming fire season didn't quite comply with the governor's request. For copyright information, check with the distributor of this item, The Nevada Independent.

1 week ago | apnews.com | Amy Alonzo

“Don’t say this is going to be the worst fire season,” Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo jokingly told State Forester and Fire Warden Kacey KC at a June 10 wildfire briefing in Carson City. “You say that every year.”KC smiled in reply, but her cautious forecast for the coming fire season didn’t quite comply with the governor’s request.