Hawk Fire Forces 90K Evacuations | Las Vegas News

A wildfire in northwest Reno, Nevada, exploded over the weekend, forcing 90,000 people to flee as flames raced across 23 square miles, fueled by erratic winds and rugged terrain. Six injured—including three first responders—highlighted the danger as homes burned and ash rained down. Officials confirmed human-caused origins but withheld whether it was accidental or intentional. The evacuation zone stretched near the University of Nevada campus, with tens of thousands more under warning. Residents described heart-wrenching escapes, some losing everything. Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency, deploying the National Guard and hundreds of firefighters, while power outages eased slightly. With unpredictable winds still threatening containment, officials warn residents to leave immediately and prepare for possible long-term displacement. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/4ac179aadbb027e5