Wildfire seen near Reno as tens of thousands are told to evacuate.
They publishedWatch: Wildfire seen near Reno as tens of thousands told to evacuate
First reportThe Guardian · 23 Aug, 18:22Z
Latest reportBBC · 24 Aug, 08:41Z
Span14 hours · 7.0h between reports on average
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Why it matters
What
Tens of thousands in Nevada were ordered to evacuate as a wildfire neared Reno, with six people injured, local authorities said.
Why
The fire spread over the weekend amid windy, unpredictable weather, while videos showed flames and smoke on Reno’s outskirts.
Watch
Authorities warned that continuing conditions could fuel further spread of the fire.
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Where the coverage comes from
Perspective mix: 1 center-left · 2 center.
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How it unfolded — every article
Summary
- The Hawk fire expanded to over 13,000 acres (5,200 hectares) and approached Reno.
- About 42,000 residents were evacuated; 45,000 more under evacuation warnings.
- Governor Lombardo declared a state of emergency and mobilized the Nevada National Guard.
- Two helicopter crews and 60 troops supported firefighting and security efforts.
- University of Nevada, Reno campus remained outside the evacuation zone while power outages affected nearly 10,000 lives.
Summary
- Tens of thousands in Nevada ordered to evacuate as wildfire nears Reno.
- Eyewitness videos show blaze and smoke on city outskirts.
- The fire spread over the weekend amid windy, unpredictable weather.
- Six people injured, according to local authorities.
- Authorities warn conditions could fuel further spread of the fire.