Fire Evacuation and Insurance Fallout | Reno News

Reno News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

A wildfire near Silverado Creek Drive sent families scrambling to evacuate Saturday night, but one family was ready — thanks to practiced drills and packed trailers. Mikkel Dybvig’s kids knew exactly what to do, and they could’ve left in five minutes. Though no one was hurt and their homes escaped damage, Dybvig fears what’s next: skyrocketing insurance costs or even canceled coverage. He’s not alone — homeowners across fire-prone areas like Stead and the North Valleys are bracing for financial fallout as insurers tighten policies, forcing costly upgrades or new, pricier plans. Listen in…