Archive · 24 Aug 2026
Hawk Fire Injures Six, Forces 42,000 Evacuations Near Reno
A wildfire called the Hawk Fire is burning near Reno, Nevada.
It has spread across more than 13,000 acres.
Officials ordered 42,000 people to leave their homes for safety.
Another 45,000 people were told to be ready to evacuate.
Six people were hurt, including firefighters and other emergency workers.
The fire has destroyed several structures and left about 10,000 customers without power.
Strong winds are helping the flames move quickly through dry vegetation.
The fire was still not contained, so officials told people to stay alert and follow evacuation instructions.
The Hawk Fire has grown to more than 13,000 acres near Reno, Nevada.
Authorities ordered about 42,000 people to evacuate and placed 45,000 others under evacuation warnings.
Six people were injured, including three civilians and three first responders.
Several structures were destroyed, while about 10,000 Washoe County customers lost power.
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency as officials reported extreme, wind-driven fire behavior.
- Who
- At least six civilians and first responders were injured; authorities, firefighters, Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo, and residents of affected areas are involved.
- What
- The fast-growing, completely uncontained Hawk Fire spread across more than 13,000 acres, prompting evacuations and warnings.
- When
- The fire began Saturday; officials provided an update Sunday.
- Where
- Near Reno in Washoe County, Nevada, close to the Nevada-California border.
- Why
- Extreme fire behavior and strong winds drove the fire rapidly through light, flashy fuels, threatening communities.
- Fire name
- Hawk Fire
- Size
- More than 13,000 acres, or about 53 square kilometers
- Evacuations
- About 42,000 people were ordered to evacuate
- Evacuation warnings
- About 45,000 additional people were in the warning zone
- Injuries
- Six people, including three civilians and three first responders
- Containment
- Officials said the fire remained completely uncontained
- Power outages
- About 10,000 customers in Washoe County were without power