Reno wildfire update: Scary videos emerge as Hawk Fire explodes to 2,500 acres near Somersett; evacuations underway

The Hawk Fire near Somersett in northwest Reno has burned 2,500 acres.

Updated on: Aug 23, 2026, 06:21:52 IST

By Khushi Arora

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A wildfire called the Hawk Fire broke out near Somersett in the foothills of northwest Reno on Saturday, prompting evacuation orders for nearby areas.

Smoke rises from the Hawk Fire burning near Somersett in northwest Reno (UnSplash)

Where did the Hawk Fire start?

The fire started around 11:30am on Saturday, off the Hawk Meadow Trail, about one mile north of Cold Creek Trail in Somersett, according to Watch Duty.

The fire has grown from just a few acres when it started to now cover a much larger area. The fire is burning near the Peavine area of Reno. Truckee Meadows Fire Protection and the US Forest Service are in unified command, according to RGJ.

Residents can check the map and evacuation updates here.

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How big is the Hawk Fire now?

The Hawk Fire is now at 2,500 acres with no containment listed. The Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District said the fire has grown to "approximately 2,500 to 3,000 acres" and is moving northeast toward North Virginia Street between Seneca Drive and Copperfield.

Here are the videos:

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Nevada State Police issues safety advisory

Nevada State Police is assisting with traffic control and public safety services for the Hawk Fire, according to the department.

“For the most current evacuation zones and incident updates, please monitor Perimeter Map: https://perimetermap.com For current roadway closures and conditions, visit: https://nvroads.com.”

The department has also asked people to avoid affected areas and allow emergency personnel room to work safely.

Hawk Fire threatens 1,000 homes

The fire is threatening 1,000 homes, according to the US Forest Service, as cited by RGJ.

"Substantial resources" have been diverted from the older Bug Fire to deal with the Hawk Fire, according to Washoe County. The Bug Fire, located just north of the Hawk Fire, was 94% contained as of Friday. The nearby Stallion Fire was 98% contained as of Friday.

Incident command has also requested support from Cal Fire.

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Khushi Arora
Khushi Arora is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times, where she writes for the US Desk, covering everything happening in the United States, while maintaining quality and delivering impactful stories across all beats. She previously worked at Zee News for over a year where she explored multiple beats including News Desk, Education and Lifestyle. With a background in English Literature, Khushi blends sharp research with thoughtful storytelling, shaping stories that go beyond headlines and bring clarity and credibility to every piece she writes. Beyond the newsroom, she enjoys reading, watching cinema and loves having long conversations about books, films and everything in between.Read More

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