Nevada’s second-most populous county, seat Reno
The Hawk Fire has expanded to threaten Reno and nearby communities, triggering the GO NOW evacuation zone and threatening thousands of homes. Authorities have mobilized state and local responders, and urged immediate evacuation as winds drive rapid spread.
The Hawk Fire near Reno has reached about 27% containment and stretched over roughly 23 square miles. Officials say Modest progress is being made as evacuation orders remain for tens of thousands. The fire is considered human-caused, with questions still surrounding its origin. Schools are closed and residents face ongoing danger as winds shift.
Fire has raged across two states, destroying homes and forcing thousands to evacuate. In Texas, the Ross Fire is spreading through ranchland, with several structures lost. In Nevada, the Hawk Fire near Reno has damaged dozens of homes and prompted resettlement efforts as evacuation orders remain in place.