The Hawk Fire began on 2026-08-22 near Reno, Nevada, and by 2026-08-24 had burned over 10,500 acres, forcing approximately 42,000–45,000 residents to evacuate. The fire, driven by strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation, destroyed dozens of homes and spread from the Sierra foothills toward central Reno.
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Wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate their neighborhoods AP News
A fast-growing wildfire spread from the Sierra foothills toward the center of Reno, Nevada.
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The Hawk Fire began Saturday and quickly grew to 20 square miles as it spread across the Peavine Peak area of the Humboldt–Toiyabe National Forest, where rugged foothills are ringed by homes and businesses near the California state line.
A wildfire is roaring in Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate. CBS News' Jason Allen reports.
In Reno, Nevada, the Hawk Fire, officials say, has destroyed dozens of homes and forced 45,000 people to evacuate. The fire is said to be human caused, but still under investigation, if that act was intentional. NBC News’ Steve Patterson reports from Reno.
Wildfire approaches Reno, forcing 42,000 to evacuate neighborhoods www.sfgate.com/news/article... The fast-growing Hawk Fire is spreading toward neighborhoods.