Hawk Fire Expands Near Reno, Evacuations in Place as Blaze Reaches 2,500 Acres

The Hawk Fire near Reno has grown to about 2,500 acres with evacuation orders in effect for areas north and northwest of Somersett and Verdi; roughly 1,000 homes are threatened as firefighters, aided by CAL FIRE resources, battle the fire. Evacuation warnings cover parts of California as Red Flag conditions with gusty winds and low humidity raise the risk of rapid growth, and residents are advised to monitor perimeter maps and local alerts.