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The human-caused Bull Fire in Washoe County is now 40% contained after burning 1,529 acres. Approximately 250 personnel are working to keep the fire north of Verdi, Somersett, and Mogul. Some evacuation warnings have been lifted, and an informational event is scheduled for Sunday at the North Valleys Walmart.
The Hawk Fire near Reno has reached 93% containment after burning 15,085 acres and destroying 47 homes. NV Energy has fully restored power to all affected customers, though gas service remains pending in some areas. Governor Joe Lombardo signed an executive order providing rental assistance to displaced residents. The Sacramento County Coroner confirmed the death of 83-year-old Hayde Medina-Valiente, the first fatality linked to the blaze.
The Hawk Fire, a human-caused blaze in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest, has expanded to over 23 square miles with zero containment. Shifting winds have driven extreme fire behavior, forcing 42,000 residents to evacuate immediately and putting another 45,000 on alert. Six people, including three first responders, have been injured. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency, mobilizing the National Guard and 800 firefighters. Local casinos are offering discounted hotel rooms for displaced residents.
The Hawk Fire has consumed 13,000 acres in Washoe County, Nevada, with zero percent containment. Approximately 42,000 people have been displaced, while 90,000 others remain in evacuation zones. The blaze, which started on August 22, has prompted a state of emergency and significant infrastructure disruptions.
Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County on August 22, 2026, as the Hawk Fire rapidly expanded to over 10,500 acres. The declaration directs all state agencies to coordinate through the Nevada Emergency Operations Center to support local firefighting efforts and protect threatened homes. Evacuation orders have expanded across parts of Reno and Somersett, with officials urging residents to leave immediately to avoid endangering themselves or first responders.
The Hawk Fire has rapidly expanded to over 10,500 acres in northwest Reno, prompting a state of emergency declaration by Governor Joe Lombardo. Mandatory evacuations now cover Somersett, Verdi, and parts of Golden Valley, with warnings extending into Sierra County, California. Approximately 1,000 structures are threatened, and power outages affect over 48,000 customers. Evacuation centers have been established at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center and Evelyn Mount Community Center, while hotels offer discounted rates for displaced residents.
Nearly 100,000 acres are burning across three wildfires in northern Washoe County (Bug Fire merging with Fred Mountain and Stallion). Containment is at 0%, and evacuations and warning zones continue to expand across Spanish Springs, Nixon, Wadsworth, Cold Springs and neighboring areas. FEMA approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant for the Stallion Fire to cover up to 75% of eligible costs. Evacuation centers are open at Evelyn Mount Community Center and the Reno-Sparks Livestock Events Center, with large-animal shelter space limited; road closures persist on Red Rock Road and Lemmon Drive, while U.S. 395 remains open. Firefighting includes multiple air tankers, helicopters and ground crews; weather remains hot, dry and windy with potential thunderstorms.
The Bug Fire, a human-caused wildfire in Lassen County, California and Washoe County, Nevada, grew from about 50 acres to 44,304 acres with only 3% containment; evacuations remain in place around parts of Washoe County, though some White Lake evacuations were lifted, and there are no reported injuries or structure losses as crews battle the blaze primarily in Nevada.
The Bug Fire near Cold Springs in Washoe County grew to about 17,000 acres and 4% contained, triggering upgraded evacuation orders for Red Rock and surrounding areas and new warnings in adjacent zones; updated maps outline perimeters as wind-driven, hot, dry conditions continue firefighters' efforts, and authorities classify the fire as human-caused per the BLM, with activity expected to continue into the evening.
The Bug Fire has grown to about 11,400 acres with only 3% containment near Reno, prompting evacuations across parts of Washoe, Sierra, and Lassen counties. Earlier updates put the fire at 7,500 acres with 20% containment; evacuations in Cold Springs were later lifted as conditions improved. About 3,800 households were evacuated, road closures remain in effect, and authorities urge residents to follow official maps and orders for current conditions and shelter options.
The Bug Fire northwest of Cold Springs along US-395 has burned about 6,500 acres and is 20% contained, with Cold Springs neighborhoods reopened and some evacuation orders lifted. Evacuation centers remain open and offramps near White Lake/Village Parkway have reopened, though other road closures persist. Crews are working on the blaze from the ground and air, and no structures have been reported damaged as of the latest updates; California warnings and Washoe County evacuation details continue to be updated throughout the day.
Crews say the Bug Fire near Cold Springs, northwest of Reno, is now 20% contained after burning about 6,500+ acres. Evacuation orders remain for portions of Cold Springs, Canyon Hills, White Lake, Silver Knolls and areas north of Cold Springs, but neighborhoods off White Lake and Village Parkway have reopened. Northbound U.S. 395 exits at White Lake Pkwy and Village Pkwy are open; some road closures (Red Rock Rd, Lemmon Dr at Ramsey Way) persist. Evacuation centers remain open; no structures have been reported damaged as crews continue containment efforts and map updates.
A wildfire named the Bug Fire has burned more than 6,500 acres northwest of Cold Springs along U.S. 395, with evacuations still in effect in Washoe County and evacuation warnings in parts of Lassen and Sierra Counties in California. Crews report no structures damaged so far and are actively protecting homes as the fire remains active and under investigation for its cause. Offramps at White Lake Parkway and Village Parkway remain closed; U.S. 395 is open. Evacuation centers are set up at the Evelyn Mount Community Center and the Reno Livestock Event Center, with updates expected as conditions evolve.
The Bug Fire near the Nevada‑California border has grown to about 6,500 acres since Saturday, prompting Evacuation Orders for Cold Springs, Canyon Hills, White Lake and Silver Knolls in Washoe County (with a drive‑through safety corridor and animal evac centers at Evelyn Mount Community Center and the Reno Livestock Event Center); northbound U.S. 395 exits at White Lake and Village Pkwy are closed. California counties Lassen and Sierra have evacuation warnings. Crews are actively fighting the fire, but containment is not yet established. Monitor official maps and local updates for the latest status.
The Washoe County School District reports gastrointestinal illness outbreaks at five elementary schools—Libby Booth, Rita Cannan, Caughlin Ranch, Natchez, and Jerry Whitehead—with one Echo Loder Elementary classroom affected; heightened sanitation procedures have been put in place and families have been notified via Connect Ed with information on symptoms and exclusion guidelines.