The Hidden Meadows Fire in rural Clark County has been downgraded to Level 1 (Get Ready) evacuations as crews gain ground, with the fire burning about 12 acres and showing minimal active behavior. Level 3 and Level 2 evacuations have been reduced to Level 1, and SR 503 has reopened between Northeast Gabriel Road and Northeast 365th Street. Residents should monitor the Clark County Evacuation Map and sign up for Clark Public Alerts for real-time updates.
As of the latest updates, the Hawk Fire northeast of Reno has grown to about 15,040 acres with 0% containment, prompting a Washoe County state of emergency, mass evacuations (tens of thousands affected), and the deployment of Nevada National Guard assets. NV Energy has de-energized around 10,000 customers with some restoration underway; about 250 gas customers are also affected. U.S. 395 remains closed in sections, and evacuation zones and road closures remain in flux on the Perimeter Map. A community meeting is scheduled for Monday at 7 p.m. in the California Building at Idlewild Park and will be livestreamed; a 2 p.m. briefing is also planned. Firefighters—about 720 personnel, 14 crews, 95 engines, 10 helicopters, and nine dozers—continue to build lines, with reports of homes destroyed and injuries among civilians and first responders. Drones are prohibited near the fire to avoid hindering suppression, and shelters and hotel discounts are being arranged for evacuees; updates are posted to Emergency Washoe and the Perimeter Map.
A brush fire in Clark County near Hidden Meadows Drive southwest of Fargher Lake burned about 12 acres and was 0% contained by Monday afternoon, prompting Level 3 GO NOW evacuations for residents in the Hidden Meadows/Mountain View Drive area and closing SR-503 (the highway later reopened). A temporary evacuation site was set up at Charter Oak Community Church in Battle Ground. Clark-Cowlitz Fire, Fire Dist. 10, and state resources—including helicopters, water tenders, and engines—were handling the firefighting effort, with containment hoped for by Monday evening.
A fast-moving wildfire near Reno, Nevada, destroyed more than 30 homes and forced evacuations as dry, windy conditions kept fire danger high across the Western U.S.
The Hawk Fire near Reno has grown to about 15,000 acres but is 27% contained, with 32 homes destroyed and 6 damaged; four civilians and three firefighting personnel injured; evacuation orders affect about 23,000 residents and 43,000 are under get set warnings; power and gas have been restored in parts of northwest Reno, but roughly 10,000 people remain without power and 100 power poles were damaged; the cause is undetermined; some evacuation zones have been downgraded to yellow, and officials warn hot, dry, breezy conditions will continue with the potential for additional fire activity.
Timber Fire grew to 12,616 acres in Monterey County and is 25% contained, burning into the Ventana Wilderness of Los Padres National Forest; evacuation orders and warnings expanded east of Big Sur, with Highway 1 open but portions within warning zones. The Tassajara Zen Mountain Center is evacuating, and 1,368 personnel are on scene with 661 structures threatened. Forecasters expect slightly cooler, moister conditions that could reduce activity, but humidity will remain poor and the fire’s cause is under investigation.
The Hawk Fire near Reno remains 0% contained at about 15,000 acres as winds up to 30–35 mph are expected to raise fire activity. Evacuations and warnings cover North Valleys, Somersett and northwest Reno, with no clear timeline for reentry. About 720 personnel, 95 engines, 14 crews, 10 helicopters and 9 dozers are actively battling the blaze. NV Energy reports nearly 10,000 customers without power due to emergency de-energization, and gas service is off for roughly 250 customers. The Nevada National Guard has been mobilized to assist with aerial firefighting and security, and officials will hold a briefing and community meeting as conditions remain dynamic and drone restrictions are in place.
The Hawk Fire near Verdi, NV has burned over 15,000 acres with at least six injuries, prompting Sierra County evacuation warnings, Highway 395 closures, and emergency de-energization that affected about 14,000 customers as crews battle the wind-driven blaze; Nevada declared a state of emergency and activated the National Guard.
A fast-moving wildfire in the Peavine Peak area near Reno, Nevada, known as the Hawk Fire, forced about 90,000 people to evacuate as shifting winds pushed flames across rugged terrain; the blaze burned over 23 square miles with no containment and injured six people, with homes destroyed and more at risk. Nevada Gov. Lombardo declared a state of emergency and mobilized the National Guard and about 800 firefighters as power outages affected thousands, roads were closed, and evac centers opened while authorities warned the fire could make dangerous runs for days.
Intruders targeting the Frijoles Fire base camp prompted 24-hour security as the wildfire grows to more than 15,000 acres and reaches about 45% containment, with evacuations in nearby areas and crews working to extinguish heat pockets along the western edge.
The Hawk Fire north of Reno grew to more than 10,500 acres, forcing about 14,000 evacuations and prompting a state of emergency as the Nevada National Guard was mobilized for aerial firefighting; roughly 400 personnel from multiple agencies battled the blaze amid strong winds, low humidity and dry vegetation. Thousands lost power, major routes were closed, and evacuation centers were opened (including the Reno-Sparks Convention Center) while officials urged immediate evacuation. The University of Nevada, Reno campus remained near the edge of the evacuation zone, and Reno’s airport operations were largely unaffected.
The Hawk Fire near Reno has grown to over 10,000 acres, remains 0% contained, and has forced tens of thousands to evacuate with many more under evacuation warnings. Authorities opened evacuation centers, closed roads and airports, and declared a Washoe County state of emergency as firefighting crews, supported by the Nevada National Guard, battle the fast-moving blaze. About 10,000 customers are without power due to emergency de-energization, with gas service temporarily shut for safety; updates and evacuation guidance are being provided via perimeter maps and local agencies.
An 8,000-acre Colwash wildfire west of Prosser threatens homes and prompted evacuations east of the Yakima-Benton County line as ash rains on the Tri-Cities; Red Cross opened a shelter at Prosser High School, five wildland strike teams and state officials mobilized to contain the fire, whose cause is under investigation amid morning thunderstorms.
The Hawk Fire near Reno, Nevada, prompted thousands to evacuate as firefighters race to contain a fast-moving fire. Local campuses and airports were impacted by the evolving threat (Reno campus outside the evacuation zone, Reno-Stead Airport closed to general traffic but available for firefighting), while authorities monitor facilities nearby. Earlier this month north of Reno, three wildfires had displaced more than 13,000 residents, underscoring the ongoing wildfire danger in the region.
A fast-moving Hawk Fire outside Reno swelled to more than 10,500 acres, with strong winds and dry vegetation fueling rapid spread and triggering evacuations for about 1,000 homes in the Somersett area. Governor Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County as roughly 400 firefighters and air crews battled the blaze, with officials urging residents to leave if ordered and stay alert as conditions evolve.
