Hawk Fire Near Reno Prompts State of Emergency

The Hawk Fire northwest of Reno expanded to about 15,040 acres and prompted evacuations for about 42,000 residents with another 45,000 under evacuation warnings as winds drive rapid spread. Gov. Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County, with dozens of structures burned or threatened and injuries reported in at least six people, including three first responders. Officials say the fire began Saturday in the Peavine Peak area of the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest and is human-caused, with investigations ongoing. Road closures include Highway 395 and the U.S. 395 corridor as authorities warn of extreme fire behavior. Evacuation centers are operating; Reno-Sparks Convention Center hosts thousands in shelters, hotels are full, and Red Cross reports hundreds sheltered. Firefighting efforts include hundreds of personnel, air support, and dozers, with containment at 0%.