Hawk Fire Spreads in Reno, Evacuations and Emergency Measures
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The fast-growing Hawk Fire was spreading toward neighborhoods in northwest Reno early Sunday, growing to more than 10,500 acres Nearly 14,000 homes were ordered evacuated, and the “GO NOW” zone reached the edge of the University of Nevada campus.
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Associated PressRENO, Nevada (AP) — The fast-growing Hawk Fire spread from the Sierra foothills toward the center of Reno early Sunday, growing to more than 10,500 acres. Nearly 14,000 homes were ordered evacuated, and the “G0 NOW” zone reached the edge of the University of Nevada campus.
The Guardian USThe Hawk fire comes just weeks after three wildfires fueled by dry and windy conditions north of Reno forced more than 13,000 residents from their homes earlier this month, according to the Nevada national guard. Associated Press contributed reporting
New York TimesFire Near Reno, Nev., Prompts Evacuations of Homes and Hospitals The Hawk fire has burned more than 10,000 acres and is encroaching on the northern part of the city, causing the governor to issue a state of emergency.
New York PostThe Hawk fire grew to 10,523 acres, mapping platform Perimeter Map said. Reno Police asked residents to refer to Perimeter Map for evacuation information.
ABC News"The Hawk Fire is a very dynamic incident for us as it's being driven by the winds," said Truckee Meadows Fire Chief Richard Edwards in a video posted to social media. "The wind-driven fires move very rapidly into our residential areas, creating a lot of challenges for our firefighters to save homes and protect lives."
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Washoe County emergency officials opened the Reno-Sparks Convention Center to evacuees, but said they couldn’t bring their pets - small animals and large animals were to be left at two other locations.
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Associated PressWashoe County, Nevada emergency officials opened the Reno-Sparks Convention Center to evacuees, but said they couldn’t bring their pets — small animals and large animals were to be left at two other locations.
The Guardian USReno has a population of more than 280,000 residents. Washoe county emergency officials opened the Reno-Sparks Convention Center to evacuees, but said pets could not be brought there. Small and large animals were instead to be left at two other locations. Casinos in Reno offered discounts on hotel rooms to evacuees.
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Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County, and mobilized the Nevada National Guard to support aerial firefighting with two helicopter crews as well as 60 troops to help police safeguard evacuated neighborhoods.
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Associated PressGov. Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County, and mobilized the Nevada National Guard to support aerial firefighting with two helicopter crews as well as 60 troops to help police safeguard evacuated neighborhoods.
The Guardian USGovernor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe county and mobilized the Nevada national guard. Two helicopter crews were deployed to support aerial firefighting operations, while 60 troops were assigned to help police safeguard evacuated neighborhoods.
New York PostNevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County due to the fire.
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Strong, gusty winds, low humidity and dry vegetation are fueling its growth, according to Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue in Reno.
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Associated PressThe fire apparently began Saturday and grew significantly throughout the day, fueled by strong, gusty winds, low humidity and dry vegetation, according to a statement from Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue, which joined the fight from just across the California state line.
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Nearly 10,000 homes and businesses were without power in Washoe County on Sunday. Portions of U.S. Route 395, a major north-south highway, were closed due to the fire.
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The Guardian USThe rapidly expanding fire was surrounded by neighborhoods, and nearly 10,000 homes and businesses in Washoe county were without power on Sunday. Portions of US Route 395, a major north-south highway, were closed because of the fire.
Washington TimesNearly 10,000 customers were without power in Washoe County on Sunday. Portions of U.S. Route 395, a major north-south highway, were closed due to the fire. Reno has a population of more than 280,000 residents.
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“If you have been told to evacuate, please don’t wait!” Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve said in a statement posted on social media late Saturday night. “Structures have already been burned in this fire and your life is more important than a building. Evacuating before the fire arrives also allows our firefighters to focus their efforts on battling the blaze.”
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The Guardian US“If you have been told to evacuate, please don’t wait!” Hillary Schieve, Reno’s mayor, said in a statement posted on social media on Saturday night. “Structures have already been burned in this fire and your life is more important than a building. Evacuating before the fire arrives also allows our firefighters to focus their efforts on battling the blaze.”
Washington TimesCasinos in Reno offered discounts on hotel rooms to evacuees. “If you have been told to evacuate, please don’t wait!” Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve said in a statement posted on social media late Saturday night. “Structures have already been burned in this fire and your life is more important than a building.”
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At least 20 road closures were in effect as of Sunday afternoon. The University of Nevada’s Reno campus remained just outside the evacuation zone on Sunday morning. The university, which had an enrollment of about 24,000 students in fall 2025, said officials had established an emergency response plan should conditions change. The first day of classes at the university is 24 August. However, students who are new to the university were allowed to move in as early as 13 August.
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Washington TimesPlaces just outside the evacuation zone are warned The University of Nevada’s Reno campus was just outside the evacuation zone Sunday morning. The university had an enrollment of about 24,000 students in fall 2025. University officials said they have established an emergency response plan should conditions change.
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The Reno-Tahoe International Airport also was outside the evacuation zone. Commercial flights at the airport were unaffected Sunday. The smaller Reno-Stead Airport was closed to general aviation traffic due to the Hawk Fire, but remained open to firefighting aircraft.
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The Guardian USThe Reno-Tahoe international airport also remained outside the evacuation zone, and commercial flights were unaffected on Sunday. The smaller Reno-Stead airport was closed to general aviation traffic because of the Hawk fire but remained open to firefighting aircraft.
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01 Washington Times The fire has been burning across a rugged section of the Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest where the Peavine Mountain is ringed by homes and businesses on the Nevada side of the California state line, and some of these homes were consumed by the flames.
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02 ABC News Approximately 1,000 homes were threatened, and evacuations have expanded, according to the Washoe County Sheriff's Office.
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