Storey County

UPDATE JUNE 19 2026 6:10 PM: Lockwood Shelter in Place has been lifted. Upper Canyon Way from the cattle guard on will be closed until further notice due to debris on the road.

June 19, 2026 5 PM: Storey County Emergency Management advises everyone in Lockwood to shelter in place due to flooding. The freeway is blocked due to flooding. Roads have mudslides and flooding. Stay home, stay safe.

We're resharing our sandbag locations again for anyone who might need sand or sandbags:
🔹Lockwood Fire Station 74: 431 Canyon Way, Sparks, NV 89434
🔹Virginia City Highlands Fire Station 72: 2610 Cartwright Road, Reno, NV 89521
🔹Mark Twain Community Center: 500 Sam Clemens Avenue, Dayton, NV 89403
🔹Virginia City Ice House: 130 Toll Road (sandbags are in the shed to the left as you dip down into the lot)

As a reminder, if you are experiencing an emergency, call 911. For non-emergencies or additional preparedness information or assistance, contact Storey County Emergency Management at 775-847-3577 or visit https://www.storeycounty.org/782/Emergency-Management-FAQ

Today's fast-moving thunderstorms could be strong to severe. Possible hazards include hail, strong gusty outflow winds, and lightning. Have multiple ways to receive weather warnings! When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!

‼️SCAM ALERT‼️
Storey County residents are being warned about two active phone scams targeting the community.

In one scam, callers claim to be Storey County Sheriff’s Office deputies and demand payment, stating a warrant will be issued if the person does not comply. In another, callers claim the recipient missed jury duty and must act immediately to avoid arrest.

Both scams are fraudulent.
Storey County will never demand payment, request personal information, or threaten arrest over the phone.

If you receive one of these calls:
Do not provide personal or financial information
Do not engage with the caller
Hang up immediately

To verify or report the call, contact:
Storey County Sheriff’s Office: 775-847-0959
Storey County Clerk’s Office: 775-847-0969

Always verify before responding to suspicious calls.