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Bug Fire in Nevada grows to 4,100 acres

WASHOE COUNTY, Nev. (NBC, KYMA) - Just north of Reno, Nevada evacuation orders and warnings are in place as crews battle the Bug Fire.

The blaze started Saturday afternoon north of Bordertown near the agricultural inspection station.

Officials say it has burned approximately 4,100 acres and is zero percent contained.

No structures have been lost or damaged, and no injuries have been reported at this time.

The Evelyn Mount Community Center has been set up as the evacuation point, with the red cross on site to assist evacuees.

Large animals can be taken the Reno-Sparks Livestock Event Center.

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