Hawk Fire Forces 90,000 Evacuations in Reno, Nevada
The human-caused Hawk Fire erupted near Reno, Nevada, on August 24, 2026, rapidly expanding to over 15,000 acres with zero containment. Driven by strong winds and dry conditions, it destroyed homes, injured six people (including three first responders), and forced the evacuation of approximately 90,000 residents. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency and mobilized the National Guard. Power outages affected nearly 10,000 customers, and portions of U.S. Route 395 were closed. Over 800 fire personnel are battling the blaze.
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Firefighters Contain Nevada Wildfire That Destroyed Over 30 Homes
Firefighters have made significant progress against the Hawk Fire in Nevada, which has burned over 15,000 acres near Peavine Mountain in the Reno area. The wildfire has destroyed at least 32 homes and injured seven people, including first responders. Thousands of residents were urged to evacuate as the fire spread, but containment has reached 27%. Key transportation routes, including US395, have reopened in both directions as evacuation orders are gradually lifted. The fire, which started recently, is now being held and controlled by crews, though the threat to property and life remains a concern. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Hawk Fire in Reno Destroys Homes, Forces Evacuation of 90,000
An out-of-control wildfire, dubbed the Hawk Fire, swept through northwest Reno, Nevada, on Sunday, destroying homes and forcing the evacuation of approximately 90,000 people. The fire, which began Saturday, grew to over 23 square miles in the Peavine Peak area of the Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest. Officials reported it as 'human-caused' but did not specify if it was intentional or accidental. At least six people were injured, including three first responders. Shifting winds and extreme fire behavior hampered containment efforts, with zero containment reported. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency and mobilized the National Guard. Residents described frantic evacuations, with one family losing their home entirely. The fire is part of a broader trend of dry conditions and wildfires across the American West.
90,000 Evacuated as Human-Caused Hawk Fire Spreads into Reno, Nevada
The Hawk Fire, a human-caused blaze that started Saturday morning near the Hawk Meadow Trail northwest of Reno, has grown to 15,000 acres with 0% containment, forcing over 90,000 residents to evacuate and threatening the University of Nevada's Reno campus. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County. Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve warned that structures have already burned. An additional 45,000 people are under pre-evacuation warnings. The fire has caused emergency power shutoffs affecting nearly 10,000 customers, closed the Washoe County School District, and blocked portions of US Route 395. Six people—three civilians and three first responders—have been injured. The exact cause remains under investigation, though authorities confirmed it was human-caused. The National Weather Service had issued a red flag warning for extreme wildfire conditions prior to the fire's start.
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Fast-moving wildfire threatens Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate
A fast-moving wildfire, the Hawk Fire, began on August 24, 2026, in the Peavine Peak area of the Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest near Reno, Nevada. It quickly grew to over 60 square kilometers, destroying homes and prompting the evacuation of approximately 90,000 people. Shifting winds hampered firefighting efforts. At least six people were injured, including three first responders. Officials stated the fire was human-caused but provided no further details. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency and mobilized the National Guard. Over 800 fire personnel responded, and power outages affected thousands. A family described losing their home and possessions in the blaze.
Fast-moving Hawk Fire in Reno, Nevada forces tens of thousands to evacuate
A fast-moving wildfire, named the Hawk Fire, broke out near Reno, Nevada, forcing tens of thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. Officials reported that the fire was caused by human activity. The blaze, fueled by shifting winds, threatened structures near the base of Peavine Peak, with some homes already lost. Evacuation orders affected up to 90,000 people, highlighting the need for emergency preparedness. Multiple news outlets, including The Guardian, CNN, and local stations, covered the event.
Reno Mayor Urges Evacuation as Hawk Fire Grows, Threatening Homes and University
The Hawk Fire, a fast-growing wildfire in Washoe County, Nevada, expanded to over 10,500 acres by early Sunday, forcing the evacuation of nearly 14,000 homes and reaching the edge of the University of Nevada, Reno campus. Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve urged residents to evacuate immediately, stating that lives are more important than buildings. Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency and mobilized the Nevada National Guard, including two helicopter crews and 60 troops, to support firefighting and protect evacuated neighborhoods. The fire, which began Saturday, was fueled by strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation. Approximately 400 personnel from local, state, and federal agencies are battling the blaze. Nearly 10,000 homes and businesses lost power, and portions of U.S. Route 395 were closed. Authorities are also monitoring a county detention facility near the evacuation zone. This fire follows earlier wildfires north of Reno that scorched 100,000 acres and displaced over 13,000 residents.