Hawk Fire Explodes: Reno Homes Threatened, Evacuations Underway

A rapidly spreading brush fire, known as the Hawk Fire, has surged to over 10,523 acres in northern Nevada, prompting an emergency declaration. First reported Saturday morning near the Somersett Golf and Country Club in Northwest Reno, the fire experienced explosive growth due to intense winds, expanding from 40 acres to over 10,523 acres by Saturday night with no containment.

Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County as the wind-driven blaze threatens roughly 1,000 homes and has forced mandatory evacuations for multiple zones. Power outages affecting approximately 50,000 customers in Reno and Sparks were also reported due to the fire's impact on infrastructure. Multi-agency crews are actively battling the fire from the ground and air.