Reno fire could put snag in morning commute

A fire that started burning early Thursday morning at an apartment complex was expected to put a snag in the morning commute.

The fire was burning at an apartment complex that is currently under construction in south Reno.

Police had blocked Highway 395 from Damonte Ranch to South Meadows throughout the morning, however the highway was reported open shortly after 4 a.m.

Virginia Street in that area was expected to be closed this morning as fire crews go to and from the scene.

Flames were reported at more than 50 feet high. The fire appears to be burning right next to the freeway between South Virginia Street and Highway 395.

Nevada Appeal Reporter Justin Lawson said that people were watching the fire from the freeway until police kicked them off. He also reported some explosions could be heard.

A deputy patrolling the area said the police were called to the fire 12:15 a.m. The deputy also reported some power outages.

Flames could be seen from south 395 in the Washoe Valley according to Nevada Appeal Copy Editor Chris Sykes.

Police were advising using another route if possible.

Multiple fire crews, including crews from Carson City, were on the scene throughout the early morning hours and fire crews and investigators were expected to be on scene today.