UPDATE SUNDAY MORNING:
UPDATE 7:55PM: The Hawk Fire northwest of Reno has grown in size over the past few hours, now estimated at 8,020 acres with zero percent containment. Go here for the latest evacuation maps and and here for fire updates via WatchDuty.org.
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Multiple fire agencies responded Saturday to the Hawk Fire northwest of Reno, forcing the immediate evacuation of nearby residents as winds stir flames, sending a huge plume of smoke visible throughout the region.
Burning near Somersett and Verdi, the Hawk Fire is approximately 2,500 acres as of around 2:45 p.m. Go here for the latest evacuation maps and and here for fire updates via WatchDuty.org.
The fire was reported late Saturday morning.
Carson City Fire Department is among area and regional fire agencies assisting with a mutual aid response to the Hawk Fire, according to a CCFD social media post.
With the Hawk Fire burning in the area of Somersett and Verdi, northwest of Reno, and a red flag wind warning in effect until 11 p.m. tonight, more evacuations may be ordered.
University of Nevada, Reno Extension’s Living With Fire Program reminds those who may be affected to consult its online evacuation resources, including the Wildfire Evacuation Checklist, to get prepared now. The Checklist is also available in Spanish.
Residents should follow the instructions of firefighters and emergency responders and to evacuate immediately when asked to do so.
We will update as information becomes available.
