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NewsWPLG Local 10August 23, 2026Miami-Dade

Hawk Fire forces mass evacuations in Reno as state of emergency declared

The fast-moving Hawk Fire has triggered mandatory evacuation orders for nearly 14,000 homes in northwest Reno after growing to over 10,500 acres. Governor Joe Lombardo has declared a state of emergency in Washoe County and mobilized the Nevada National Guard to assist with firefighting and security efforts.

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Why It Matters

Thousands of residents are displaced, homes have been destroyed, and major infrastructure including U.S. Route 395 and local airports are experiencing closures or operational changes due to the fire.

Key Facts

  • The Hawk Fire has burned over 10,500 acres.
  • Nearly 14,000 homes are under mandatory evacuation orders.
  • Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County.
  • 60 Nevada National Guard troops and two helicopter crews were mobilized.
  • Approximately 10,000 customers in Washoe County lost power.
  • Portions of U.S. Route 395 are closed.
  • The Reno-Stead Airport is closed to general aviation traffic.
  • Approximately 400 personnel are currently working on the fire.
  • The Reno-Sparks Convention Center is open as a shelter for human evacuees.
  • Separate locations have been designated for small and large animal evacuations.

Who's Mentioned

organizationTruckee Meadows Fire & Rescue“Managing the fire incident.”personHillary Schieve“Mayor of Reno who issued evacuation warnings.”organizationNevada National Guard“Mobilized to support aerial firefighting and police.”locationReno-Sparks Convention Center“Designated shelter for human evacuees.”locationU.S. Route 395“Major highway partially closed due to the fire.”personJoe Lombardo“Governor of Nevada who declared a state of emergency.”locationWashoe County“The county under a state of emergency.”