Forest crews plan wildfire reduction work near a heavily traveled South Lake Tahoe roadways.
The Central Nevada Health District says Walker Lake has been placed on a Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) advisory following a surface bloom.
Officials also say if you see water that looks discolored or smells bad, stay away.
Smoke may be visible as crews plan a controlled burn near a popular Tahoe recreation area this week.
The final environmental assessment and decision notice for the Caldor Fire Restoration Project has been released, detailing proposed activities for the roughly 11,700 acres of land.
The Nevada Division of Forestry has a new person leading the agency.
This project is expected to focus on improving watershed health, forest resilience and wildlife habitat.
Prescribed burns began in Carson City on Monday. They will continue through February.
Construction could begin as early as 2027, though 2028 is more likely.
Eagle Valley students join a hands-on project to plant trees and aid wildfire recovery in Washoe Valley.