Hawk Fire Forces 14,000 Reno-Area Evacuations, Nevada Guard Activated
The fast-growing Hawk Fire near Reno, Nevada forced nearly 14,000 homes to evacuate early Sunday, August 23, 2026, and prompted a state emergency with the Nevada National Guard mobilized.[1]
By early Sunday the blaze had grown to more than 10,500 acres and remained 0% contained.[1] Evacuation orders covered nearly 14,000 homes, and a "GO NOW" zone reached to the edge of the University of Nevada, Reno campus.[1] Washoe County opened the Reno-Sparks Convention Center for evacuees and set separate locations for small and large animals.[1]
The fire began Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the Sierra foothills and spread toward central Reno under strong winds, low humidity and dry fuels.[1] Gov. Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency for Washoe County and mobilized the Nevada National Guard, which included two firefighting helicopters and about 60 troops to support response efforts.[1]
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- By early Sunday, August 23, 2026, the Hawk Fire had grown to more than 10,500 acres with 0% containment.
- Evacuation orders covered nearly 14,000 homes, with a "GO NOW" zone reaching the edge of the University of Nevada, Reno campus.
- Gov. Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County and mobilized the Nevada National Guard, including two firefighting helicopters and about 60 troops.
- The fire started Saturday, August 22, 2026, in the Sierra foothills and spread toward central Reno under strong winds, low humidity and dry fuels.
- Washoe County opened the Reno-Sparks Convention Center for evacuees and designated separate locations for evacuated small and large animals.
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