Hawk Fire near Reno forces evacuation of 20,000 residents

The Hawk Fire near Reno, Nevada, driven by drought and high winds, forced more than 20,000 residents to evacuate and closed schools as of August 25, 2026. Firefighting crews continued containment efforts against the advancing flames.

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Firefighters work to contain Hawk Fire near Reno

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Firefighters in Nevada are working to contain the Hawk Fire as more than 20,000 residents are still unable to return home and schools remain closed. Meanwhile, wildfires continue to singe other parts of the western U.S. Jason Allen reports.