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local1 day ago•10 min saved

Reno Hawk Fire Near 15,000 Acres with 27% Containment as Evacuations Persist

The Hawk Fire near Reno has grown to about 15,040 acres with 27% containment and has destroyed 32 homes and damaged six, triggering mandatory evacuations for roughly 90,000 residents in Reno and the North Valleys. Firefighters warn winds could drive further growth over the next 12–48 hours, with ongoing road closures and about 9,854 residents without power. Schools and colleges are canceling or closing, shelters are open for evacuees, and a community meeting with live streaming is planned at Idlewild Park.

via Reno Gazette Journal|

#containment #evacuation #hawk-fire

us-news2 days ago•15 min saved

Hawk Fire Spreads Toward Reno, Triggering Large-Scale Evacuations in Nevada

Reno, Nevada is facing the Hawk Fire, a fast-moving blaze that has prompted tens of thousands to evacuate or prepare to leave. About 15,000 acres have burned, and Governor Lombardo has declared a state of emergency in Washoe County while dispatching the National Guard and firefighting resources. Firefighters are fully engaged as winds and dry conditions threaten further spread, with authorities coordinating local, national, and international responders to protect communities.

via BBC|

#evacuation #hawk-fire #nevada

local2 days ago•2 min saved

Hawk Fire Near Reno Triggers Mass Evacuations as Firefighters Battle Blaze

A large wildfire near Reno, dubbed the Hawk Fire, began Aug. 22 and burned more than 15,000 acres with 0% containment by Aug. 23, prompting about 42,000 evacuations and 40,000 evacuation warnings. The emergency prompted a Washoe County declaration, road closures, shelter openings, and school cancellations, with at least six people injured. More than 800 firefighters, plus National Guard support, battled dry, windy conditions as the fire ignited in the Peavine Peak area and remains under investigation for its human-caused ignition.

via USA Today|

#evacuation #hawk-fire #local

world2 days ago•7 min saved

Reno-area blaze forces mass evacuations as Hawk Fire surges toward city

Nearly 90,000 Washoe County residents near Reno are told to evacuate or be ready as the Hawk Fire nears the city, burning about 15,000 acres and injuring six people. Nevada Gov. Lombardo declared a state of emergency and ordered National Guard assistance, with mass road closures, school shutdowns, two shelters open, and air tankers and helicopters dropping water and retardants to fight the blaze.

via BBC|

#evacuation #hawk-fire #nevada

local2 days ago•6 min saved

Uncontained Reno-Area Fire Triggers Mass Evacuations and State Response

A fast-spreading, human-caused wildfire near Reno expanded to over 23 square miles, forcing about 90,000 residents into evacuation and warning zones with zero containment as shifting winds drove extreme fire behavior. Nevada Governor Lombardo declared a state of emergency and mobilized the National Guard and roughly 800 firefighters; thousands lost power and major routes like US 395 were closed. Evacuation centers opened in Reno–Sparks, residents fled homes with possessions as flames jumped across roads, and officials warned conditions could worsen for days as crews battled the blaze.

via The Press Democrat|

#evacuation #local #national-guard

us-news2 days ago•3 min saved

Hawk Fire Drives Reno Evacuations as Flames Edge Toward UNR

A fast-moving Hawk Fire near Reno grew to over 13,000 acres, forcing about 42,000 residents to evacuate and prompting evacuation warnings for tens of thousands more as winds pushed flames toward the University of Nevada, Reno campus; authorities declared a state of emergency, mobilized the Nevada National Guard, and roughly 400 personnel with aerial support fought the blaze, while about 10,000 customers lost power and several structures were destroyed with three civilians and three first responders injured.

via The Guardian|

#evacuation #hawk-fire #nevada

local5 days ago•31 min saved

Buckeye Lake Orders Mandatory Evacuation Ahead of Emergency

The Village of Buckeye Lake issued a mandatory evacuation starting Thursday at 8 p.m., per a village Facebook post; residents are urged to evacuate as local emergency responders manage the situation and provide updates.

via WSYX|

#buckeye-lake #emergency-management #evacuation

local9 days ago•5 min saved

Containment grows in Sorrento Valley Fire as evacuation warnings are lifted

A 131-acre fire in Sorrento Valley near Sorrento Valley Boulevard and Carmel Mountain Road is now 25% contained with forward spread halted; evacuation warnings have been lifted as responders work to cool hotspots, with ground crews aided by multiple aircraft and ongoing area closures.

via 10News.com|

#containment #evacuation #fire

weather10 days ago•8 min saved

Indiana floodwaters recede as recovery push begins after seven deaths

Historic flooding across Indiana has left at least seven dead and caused widespread damage. As floodwaters recede, Hamilton County officials launch recovery efforts, open a reception center for affected residents, and assess infrastructure while dozens of roads remain closed. Statewide authorities warn of more storms and coordinate with local, state, and federal partners to restore services and housing.

via IndyStar|

#evacuation #flooding #hamilton-county

world-news11 days ago•23 min saved

Coastal Croatian town hit by wildfire; 36 injured

A powerful wildfire driven by strong winds swept into Omis on Croatia’s Dalmatian coast, burning about 2,470 acres and forcing around 1,000 people to evacuate, with 36 injured (14 hospitalized, seven in life-threatening condition). Emergency shelters opened from Omis to Split as firefighters and four aircraft battled the flames and a major coastal highway was shuttered. Prime Minister Plenkovic traveled to Omis as heat and drought continue to fuel wildfires across Europe, threatening the summer tourist season.

via New York Post|

#croatia #evacuation #omis

middle-east12 days ago•4 min saved

Qusra siege persists as Israeli troops displace Palestinian families

Israeli troops forced two Palestinian families to leave their homes in Qusra during a days-long siege linked to a settler campaign, with several houses briefly occupied and property damaged as settlers remained, despite a top commander’s pledge to evacuate them and growing international criticism.

via The Guardian|

#evacuation #middle-east #palestinians

local13 days ago•5 min saved

Juneau braces for river crest as evac zones tighten and closures roll out

Forecasts have the Mendenhall River cresting at 16.1–16.6 feet early Thursday, triggering evacuations by 3 p.m. and a major flood warning after midnight. An emergency shelter is open, barriers are monitored, and bridges, parks, and glacier-area facilities are being closed as officials plan hourly updates.

via Juneau Independent|

#emergency-response #evacuation #flood

local15 days ago•0 min saved

Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Declares Hungry Valley Evacuation Amid Fires

Reno-Sparks Indian Colony has ordered evacuations for Hungry Valley amid multiple fires in the region; the Reno Gym at 34 Reservation Road serves as the evacuation center, and residents needing transportation or other assistance should call (775) 842-2902 or (775) 895-9835 and follow directions from Tribal Police and emergency personnel.

via KOLO | 8 News Now|

#emergency-services #evacuation #hungry-valley

local15 days ago•7 min saved

Reno Area Fire Expands to 17,000 Acres, Evacuations Reach 5,500

The Bug Fire near Reno has grown to about 17,000 acres and remains only 4% contained, triggering evacuations for roughly 5,500 residents. A Unified Command of U.S. Wildland Fire Service and Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District oversees a response with around 300 personnel amid wind-driven, dry conditions (Energy Release Components in the 97th percentile). Evacuation centers are open for people and animals, with hotels offering evacuee discounts; FEMA previously approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant to help cover up to 75% of eligible costs. The Fred Mountain Fire overlaps evacuation zones, road closures persist on Red Rock Road and Lemmon Drive, and Nevada National Guard helicopters are aiding aerial suppression.

via KTVN|

#emergency-management #evacuation #local

local16 days ago•3 min saved

Bug Fire Triggers Mandatory Evacuation in Hungry Valley

Hungry Valley has a mandatory evacuation due to the Bug Fire, with the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony directing residents to evacuate and the Reno Gym (34 Reservation Road) serving as an evacuation center; residents should bring medications, documents, water and essential supplies, be prepared for power and gas shutoffs, arrange transportation if needed, and follow RSIC Police directions as firefighters conduct helicopter water drops and address air quality concerns.

via KTVN|

#bug-fire #evacuation #hungry-valley