What dangerous conditions are contributing to the rapid spread of the Hawk Fire?

The Hawk Fire is spreading rapidly due to a combination of extreme heat, low humidity, and strong winds, which create hazardous conditions for firefighting efforts.

How can residents stay updated on evacuation zones and fire progress in Reno?

Residents can check the latest evacuation boundaries and fire updates through the Perimeter Map emergency mapping system, which is being continuously updated as conditions change.

Tens of thousands ordered to evacuate in Nevada as fire threatens Reno

Q: What areas are currently under evacuation orders due to the Hawk Fire near Reno?

Approximately 42,000 residents have been ordered to evacuate, with an additional 45,000 in 'be prepared to evacuate' status, especially in neighborhoods northwest of downtown Reno.

USA-WILDFIRE/NEVADA (PIX, TV):Tens of thousands ordered to evacuate in Nevada as fire threatens Reno

Published on: Aug 24, 2026, 01:58:32 IST

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By Siddharth Cavale and Suzanne McGee

Tens of thousands ordered to evacuate in Nevada as fire threatens Reno

NEW YORK, Aug 23 (Reuters) - Tens of thousands of people have been evacuated this weekend from the area of Reno, Nevada, and many others were under orders to leave on Sunday as a wildfire reached the outskirts of the state's third-most-populous city.

About 42,000 residents have been displaced or are in active evacuations with an additional 45,000 in "be prepared to evacuate" status as the Hawk Fire threatened northern Reno, local officials said late Sunday morning.

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Local TV footage showed flames approaching roads. In eyewitness video verified by Reuters, smoke from the hills billowed over nearby residential neighborhoods.

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