HIKO, Nev. (AP) -- Nevada's first major wildland fire has been partially contained after burning approximately 1,500 acres in a steep, rocky area eight miles northwest of Hiko.
The blaze started Thursday about noon and has been burning ever since. It never threatened homes or other property. The fire is about 100 miles north of Las Vegas.
Authorities intend to let the fire burn out on its own, but will continue to monitor the remote area.
Firefighters said local residents and passers-by can expect to see traces of the smoldering fire for the next several weeks but shouldn't be alarmed. It's believed to have been human-caused.
Four hand crews, assisted by two single-engine air tankers and one helicopter, helped battle the fire.
