Liberty Dental Plan creates a dedicated toll-free number following state of emergency proclamation for the Hawke Fire issued on August 22, 2026
RENO, Nevada — On August 22, 2026, Governor Joe Lombardo issued a State of Emergency Proclamation for the Hawk Fire in in Washoe County. The fire has burned over 13,000 acres of land. This is impacting tens of thousands of homes in northwest Reno. More than 40,000 people have been moved out of their homes.
Key structures such as communication towers, transportation roads, and public utilities have been impacted by the fire. There is a severe lack of wildland fire resources.
As of this date, Liberty Dental Plan (Liberty) has not been impacted by this event. Liberty does not expect to have any issues with regular day-to-day operations. We will continue to be available to members. This includes after hours and on the weekend. We are sharing this to potentially impacted enrollees through this press release on our website.
Liberty has taken steps to make sure that members' oral health care needs are met. This is through a dedicated toll-free number to our call center. This includes 24/7 call availability to refer members to a dentist. Contact Member Services toll-free at 877-864-7811.
This rule applies to all state of emergency stated by the governor. Also, to all health emergencies declared by the State Public Health Officer. Liberty will comply with guidance issued by the Nevada Health Authority.
About Liberty Dental Plan
Founded in 2001, Liberty is dedicated to delivering quality, innovative, and affordable dental benefits that support health, strengthen communities, and enhance lives. Liberty currently administers dental benefits for more than 7.5 million members nationwide across Medicaid, Medicare Advantage, Commercial, and Exchange. Learn more at libertydentalplan.com.
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