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Governor Lombardo declares emergency as Hawk Fire spreads in Washoe County
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Key Points:
- Gov. Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County due to the rapidly spreading Hawk Fire threatening homes and structures.
- The declaration directs all state agencies to coordinate through the Nevada Emergency Operations Center to support local firefighting and evacuation efforts.
- Residents are urged to heed evacuation orders immediately and avoid putting themselves or first responders at risk.
- The state is fully engaged in deploying resources alongside local authorities to protect lives and communities during this evolving situation.
- A formal written declaration of emergency will be issued to accompany the announcement.
