Hawk Fire Forces Evacuations Near Reno | US News

The Hawk Fire exploded near Reno, Nevada, swallowing over 10,500 acres and threatening the city—forcing evacuations for nearly 14,000 homes, including areas near the University of Nevada. Pets were left behind at shelters, while Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency and deployed the National Guard with helicopters and 60 troops. The blaze, fueled by dry brush, wind, and heat, drew in 400 firefighters from Truckee Meadows Fire & Rescue and across the country—all racing to contain the wildfire before it consumes more. 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/06866c86887cfcad