Reno wildfire update: Hawk Fire prompts new evacuations and road closures as thousands flee; over 10,000 acres burned

The Hawk fire has burned over 10,000 acres near Reno, Nevada, forcing 14,000 homes to evacuate. The Hawk fire has grown to more than 10,000 acres near Reno, forcing evacuations, closing roads and prompting emergency measures as firefighters battle strong winds and dry conditions.Smoke rises during wildfire in Reno, Nevada, U.S., in this picture taken from social media. (Natalie Wainwright via REUTERS)What is the Hawk fire and how big has it grown?A wildfire burning in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and moving toward Reno, Nevada, has forced thousands of evacuations, shuttered two hospitals and prompted emergency declarations from state officials, as per The New York Times.The blaze, known as the Hawk fire, has grown to more than 10,000 acres since Saturday without any containment and has encroached on the outskirts of Reno, a city of almost 300,000 people near the California border.Deep DiveThe cause of the fire remains unclear, but a combination of extreme heat, dry conditions and strong winds fueled its rapid growth.Residents cans check the fire map and evacuation updates here.Also Read: Reno wildfire update: Scary videos emerge as Hawk Fire explodes to 2,500 acres near Somersett; evacuations underwayNew road closures and traffic restrictionsUS 395 traffic information, as per KOLO TV:Northbound US 395 is closed from Parr Boulevard to Red Rock RoadSouthbound US 395 traffic at Bordertown is being turned around before reaching White LakeSouthbound US 395 remains open from Red Rock Road south into RenoRoad closures:U.S. 395 at BordertownU.S. 395 at Village ParkwayU.S. 395 at White Lake ParkwayNorth Virginia Street at White Lake ParkwayNorthbound U.S. 395 at Red Rock RoadSouthbound U.S. 395 at Stead BoulevardStead Boulevard at Matthews StreetNorth Virginia Street at Panther DriveNorth Virginia Street at Parr BoulevardNorth Virginia Street at East Golden Valley RoadMae Anne Avenue at Somersett ParkwayDel Webb Parkway at Somersett ParkwayRobb Drive at Los Brisas BoulevardLemmon Valley Drive at North Virginia StreetGolden Vista Avenue at North Hills BoulevardEast Golden Valley Road at Beckwourth DriveRed Rock Road at North Virginia StreetStead Boulevard at North Virginia StreetSharlands Avenue at Mae Anne AvenueBeaumont Parkway at Avenida de LandaAlso Read: Where is the fire in Reno today? Location, map, latest updates as Hawk Fire moves closer to Lemon Valley; videos emergeCalifornia Governor also monitoring the situationCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom shared the update on Sunday on X. He said the state is closely monitoring the Hawk fire across the Tahoe region and Nevada, with state and local partners deployed and coordinating on the ground and in the air, he shared on X. “Residents in impacted areas should continue following guidance from local emergency officials,” Governor Newsom added in the post.How many people have been evacuated?Around 14,000 homes are under evacuation orders, with all of the properties located northwest of downtown Reno, according to Washoe County, as per The New York Times. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has issued a state of emergency in Washoe County, which includes Reno and parts of Lake Tahoe, and has activated the Nevada National Guard."This is an active and rapidly evolving situation, and I urge everyone in the affected areas to remain vigilant and follow the direction of local officials," Governor Lombardo said in a statement late Saturday.Emergency response underwayAround 400 emergency responders from local, state and federal agencies are combating the blaze, as per The New York Times. The Nevada National Guard sent Chinook and Black Hawk helicopters to support response efforts, while 60 National Guard Response Force personnel are assisting local law enforcement “in safeguarding evacuated neighborhoods,” according to the National Guard. Aerial and ground crews worked through Saturday night into Sunday morning in an effort to stop the fire's spread, local officials said.Conditions may ease on Sunday, with winds generally forecast for five to 10 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service.Khushi Arora is a Content Producer at Hindustan Times, where she writes for the US Desk, covering everything happening in the United States, while maintaining quality and delivering impactful stories across all beats. She previously worked at Zee News for over a year where she explored multiple beats including News Desk, Education and Lifestyle. With a background in English Literature, Khushi blends sharp research with thoughtful storytelling, shaping stories that go beyond headlines and bring clarity and credibility to every piece she writes. Beyond the newsroom, she enjoys reading, watching cinema and loves having long conversations about books, films and everything in between.Read More