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'Scared to death': Over 40,000 people evacuated as Nevada's Hawk fire spreads

'Scared to death': Over 40,000 people evacuated as Nevada's Hawk fire spreads

Summary

More than 40,000 people in Nevada have been evacuated because of the Hawk fire, a fast-moving wildfire threatening the city of Reno. Firefighters are working to control the blaze, but strong and changing winds have made it difficult, and no part of the fire is contained yet.

Key Facts

  • Over 40,000 people have been evacuated in Nevada due to the Hawk fire.
  • An additional 45,000 people are under evacuation warnings.
  • The fire is spreading quickly and threatening the city of Reno.
  • Officials say the fire was caused by human activity, but it is not clear if it was accidental or intentional.
  • About 800 firefighters have been called in to fight the blaze.
  • Unpredictable winds are making it hard to control the fire.
  • So far, firefighters have not contained any part of the wildfire.
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