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Fernley, NV (April 4, 2025) – Emergency crews responded Thursday evening to a serious vehicle accident with injuries on Interstate 80 Eastbound near mile marker 46, just outside Fernley. The crash occurred at approximately 6:49 p.m. and caused possible westbound delays in the area as first responders managed the scene.

First responders, including paramedics, assessed and treated individuals hurt in the crash. Although specific details regarding the number of vehicles involved have not been released, the presence of injury reports prompted a full emergency response and traffic management operations.

The Nevada Department of Transportation issued alerts for possible westbound slowdowns while crews worked to assist victims and investigate the circumstances of the accident. Traffic was affected in both directions as emergency vehicles occupied lanes and debris was cleared from the roadway.

As of this update, the identities of those injured and the severity of their conditions have not been disclosed. The cause of the crash is still under active investigation, with officials reviewing whether road conditions, driver error, or other contributing factors may have played a role.

Motorists were advised to use caution and seek alternative routes if possible to avoid delays along the affected stretch of I-80.

Our thoughts are with those injured in this crash, and we hope for a smooth and full recovery for everyone impacted.

Interstate 80 Accidents in Northern Nevada

Interstate 80 serves as a major transportation artery through northern Nevada, connecting cities like Reno, Fernley, and Elko. While the highway enables efficient east-west travel, certain rural segments—like the area near mile marker 46—can become hazardous, especially in low-light or high-speed conditions.

Accidents along this corridor are not uncommon and often involve high-speed travel, limited visibility, and occasional wildlife crossings. The Nevada Department of Transportation notes that the combination of high vehicle volume and long stretches between exits can increase the risk of serious collisions, particularly during evening hours.

Injury accidents on I-80 frequently lead to major travel disruptions due to the time required for investigation, rescue operations, and vehicle recovery. Victims of such crashes often face steep medical expenses and emotional trauma, making it important to seek guidance on potential legal options and support systems.

Rural highway crashes can also be more difficult to document due to the limited number of witnesses and the extended response time for emergency services in remote areas. For this reason, preserving evidence and seeking timely medical care is vital for anyone involved in a collision along I-80.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a highway accident, understanding your rights and options can be key to recovery and holding responsible parties accountable.

For more information or to receive help after an accident, contact Local Accident Reports.

More industrial development is coming to Fernley region.

Mark IV Capital in partnership with Premier Design + Build Group, held a groundbreaking ceremony for phase two of the Victory Logistics District.

The 4,300 acre master planned development is being built in Fernley off exit 50 at North Nevada Pacific Parkway.

Some politicians were also in attendance such as Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo and Congressman Mark Amodei.

"This is exactly what I was talking about, this is exactly what I was describing in what were trying to achieve in Nevada, particularly northern Nevada," Governor Lombardo said during a speech at the ceremony.

The first phase of this district started in 2019, and now more is on the way.

"This is amazing what's going to happen out here," said Brian Paul, Co-Founder for Premier Design + Build Group. "We're going to see an explosion in this area. Bring jobs out to this market."

This development over time will bring, industrial, developmental, and data centers to the region.

The Tahoe-Reno Industrial Center off USA Parkway, for years, has led the charge for industrial development east of Reno.

This new project is hoping to help aid in the demand.

"That project has been great, but it's been pretty built out and now it's the time for the relief valve out here in Fernley for all that pent up demand," said Evan Slavik, President and CEO, Mark IV Capital. This is the next hub of industrial development in the area."

This phase will create land that can fit hyper scope tenants such as Amazon and Google.

Those companies are massive data centers that developers are hoping to recruit to facility.

This is an ever evolving project that is looking to create its own community with a fire station and housing at some point in the future.

Slavik says the entire project will take decades before it's finished.

"This next phase of master planning and infrastructure will take about two years," he said. "Meanwhile we already have about 450 acres graded to the south of us that are ready to go. So we can build any of the projects as soon as we get the right tenant and user, and each of those buildings will take about a year for each of them."

This project will also build new roads, water lines, and sewer lines.

Slavik is also hoping this helps the folks of Fernley with getting jobs closer to home.

"A good percentage of the population here in Fernley actually leaves the city to go to work and we're here to change that," he said.

The Victory Logistics project boasts “tens of millions of square feet” and was the second-biggest land sale in Nevada history.

Reno Gazette Journal

A massive industrial park project east of Reno is entering its second phase after completing nearly 2 million square feet of industrial space.

The 4,300-acre Victory Logistics District industrial park in Fernley will hold a groundbreaking on Friday as it shifts its focus to building “critical infrastructure” for the project, according to developer Mark IV Capital, a real estate investment and private equity firm based in Newport Beach, California.

As of early 2025, the first phase of the Victory Logistics project is complete — the initial step in developing "tens of millions of square feet" of industrial space.

The project first made waves in 2019 as the second-largest land sale in the history of Nevada.

Only Blockchains' purchase of 65,000 acres of land at the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center in January 2018 was bigger.

The industrial park project is also located in a qualified opportunity zone, which makes it eligible for preferential tax treatment. In 2019, Mark IV Capital CEO Paul M. Cate stressed that the company is in it for the long run with the Victory Logistics District project.

“Our company is unique in our long-term approach where we seek to build and hold investments to perpetuity,” Cate said. We … thrive on long-term master-planned investments.”

What’s next for the Victory Logistics District during its second phase?

For its second phase, Victory Logistics will be grading 600 acres at the site and also opening about 1,600 acres for future development.

The developed land will target “hyperscaler” facilities, which typically refer to large-scale data centers geared toward cloud services. Examples of hyperscaler services include Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, IBM Cloud and Microsoft Azure.

Hyperscaler facilities require a huge amount of computing power, storage and networking capability in order to support various digital services, according to Mark IV Capital.

The second phase includes the installation of key infrastructure for supporting hyperscaler operations.

These include installing data pathways along Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 50.

The project will also include four miles of new paved road, more than five miles of new water lines, and more than six miles of storm drains.

All in all, just under 3 million cubic yards of solid will be relocated for the second phase of construction. That’s equal to filling roughly 880 Olympic-sized swimming pools or the Empire State Building, according to Mark IV Capital.

What’s the ultimate goal for the Victory Logistics District?

Once the project is completed, Mark IV Capital hopes to provide an array of services and facilities at Victory Logistics District.

The facilities include those not just geared toward data centers but operations such as distribution and manufacturing. The facilities will include a mix of build-to-suit projects for specific clients as well as some speculative projects that anticipate future demand.

Other projects on the list for Victory Logistics District include installing transmission-level power with access to geothermal, solar and other renewable sources. The project will also include a private railcar switching facility and a transloading hub for loading cargo from railcars to trucks and vice versa.

The Victory Logistics District will be eyeing some of the same prospective tenants as the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center, whose list of companies includes heavy hitters such as Tesla, Panasonic and Google. Proponents argue it is easier to develop due to its flatter terrain compared to the Tahoe Reno Industrial Center.

“Its logistical advantages and the shortage of available land in the region’s other submarkets make this the only option for users in need of top-quality distribution and manufacturing space of significant scale,” Evan Slavik, president of real estate with Mark IV Capital, said in 2019 following the land deal for the industrial space.

The Victory Logistics District is one of several projects by Mark IV Capital, which has developments in Nevada, California, Texas, Arizona and Colorado.