VERIFIED QUOTE · reported 2026-08-23
“already been burned in this fire, and your life is more important than a building”
Hillary Schieve · said 2026-08-22 · reported 2026-08-23
Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve emphasized that saving human lives is more important than protecting property.
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