90,000 told to evacuate as wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada
BBC • • general
Key Points:
- Around 42,000 people near Reno, Nevada, have been ordered to evacuate immediately due to a large wildfire, with an additional 45,000 urged to prepare for evacuation.
- The wildfire, named the Hawk Fire, was first reported Saturday morning near Hawk Meadow Trail and has injured six people, including three emergency responders.
- Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County and deployed the National Guard to assist with firefighting and law enforcement efforts.
- Approximately 13,700 homes are within the evacuation zone, with two shelters established for displaced residents; local schools are closed and major road closures are in effect.
- Firefighting efforts include large air tankers and helicopters dropping water and retardants, but as of Sunday evening, the fire perimeter remains uncontained amid windy and unpredictable weather conditions.
