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Hawk Fire forces 14,000+ evacuations in Reno, Nevada

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A rapidly expanding wildfire, known as the Hawk Fire, has prompted widespread evacuations in Reno, Nevada, with over 14,000 homes ordered to evacuate as the blaze approached the University of Nevada campus. Governor Joe Lombardo has declared a state of emergency, mobilizing the Nevada National Guard to assist with firefighting efforts and security. The fire, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, has already destroyed structures and caused power outages, leading local officials to emphasize the importance of residents prioritizing their safety over property. AI

RANK_REASON Wildfire event with significant evacuations and emergency declarations. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Hawk Fire forces 14,000+ evacuations in Reno, Nevada

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · The Associated Press ·

    Reno’s mayor to residents near a fast-growing wildfire: your life matters more than your house

    The Hawk Fire has already burned structures and forced 14,000 homes to evacuate, just weeks after fires north of Reno scorched 100,000 acres.

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