Nevada reaches tentative settlement of $80 million for Washoe Valley wildfire
RENO — The state of Nevada has reached a tentative settlement with dozens of homeowners and insurance companies that filed an $80 million negligence suit after 23 homes were destroyed when strong winds reignited a prescribed burn in Washoe Valley in 2016.
Lawyers for Nevada and more than 60 plaintiffs told a judge in Reno Thursday the state Board of Examiners plans to vote on the settlement agreement June 12.
William Jeanney, a lawyer for the plaintiffs, said he can’t discuss details. But he told reporters after a brief court appearance it’s a “good deal” for everyone involved given the circumstances.
He credited Gov. Steve Sisolak and Attorney General Aaron Ford for helping reach the agreement.
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