Reno Wildfire Progresses as Thousands Face Evacuation Orders
Firefighters make progress against the Hawk fire while thousands of residents remain under warnings to leave their homes.
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Summary · 摘要
The Hawk wildfire near Reno, Nevada, is now 27% contained after burning over 15,000 acres. While the number of people under immediate evacuation orders has decreased, thousands remain on alert. Authorities have confirmed that at least 38 homes have been damaged or destroyed. The fire is officially considered human-caused, though investigators are still determining if it was intentional. Local officials continue to work around the clock to protect the community as the situation stabilizes.
位於內華達州雷諾市附近的「鷹」野火在燃燒超過一萬五千英畝後，目前控制率已達百分之二十七。雖然處於立即撤離命令下的人數已減少，但仍有數千人處於警戒狀態。當局已證實至少有三十八棟房屋受損或全毀。這場火災已被正式認定為人為因素引起，儘管調查人員仍在釐清是否為蓄意行為。隨著局勢趨於穩定，地方官員持續不分晝夜地努力保護社區安全。
Ongoing story · 追蹤中的新聞
This article follows earlier coverage on the same developing story.
- Reno Wildfire Progresses as Thousands Face Evacuation Orders
· 2026年8月25日
The Hawk Fire near Reno, Nevada, is now 27% contained after burning over 15,000 acres. Authorities have reduced the number of people under immediate evacuation orders as the situation stabilizes. At least 38 properties have been damaged or destroyed, and seven people have been injured. Officials confirmed the fire was caused by human activity, though the exact circumstances remain under investigation. Governor Joe Lombardo has declared a state of emergency to bring in extra help from the National Guard.
- Reno Struggles as Fast-Moving Wildfire Forces Mass Evacuations
· 2026年8月24日
A rapidly growing wildfire in Reno, Nevada, has forced nearly 90,000 residents to evacuate their homes. The fire has already burned over 13,000 acres and reached the edge of the University of Nevada campus. Local officials have declared a state of emergency to help manage the crisis. Firefighters are struggling against strong, gusty winds that make the flames move in unexpected directions. While some structures have been destroyed, authorities are working to keep the public safe and clear roads for emergency teams.
- Fast-Moving Wildfire Forces Thousands to Leave Homes in Reno, Nevada
· 2026年8月24日
A rapidly growing wildfire in Reno, Nevada, has forced nearly 90,000 people to leave their homes. The fire has already burned over 13,000 acres and reached the edge of the University of Nevada campus. Local officials have declared a state of emergency to help manage the dangerous situation. Firefighters are struggling to control the flames due to strong, changing winds. Many residents are now staying in temporary shelters while the investigation into the cause of the fire continues.
Firefighters in Reno, Nevada, are making progress against the fast-moving Hawk wildfire. According to The Guardian Environment, the blaze is now about 27% contained as of Monday afternoon. This represents a significant step forward since the fire first started on Saturday to the northwest of the city. While the situation is becoming more stable, the impact on the local community remains severe.
Authorities have updated the number of people affected by the fire. On Monday, 23,000 people were under a “go-now” order, while 40,000 others were under a “get-set” warning. This is a noticeable improvement from earlier in the day, when 90,000 Nevadans were under evacuation orders or warnings. Richard Edwards, the chief of the Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District, reported that more than 900 personnel are currently working to control the fire. Deutsche Welle (DW) Top noted that the Nevada Governor, Joe Lombardo, declared a state of emergency in Washoe County and brought in the National Guard to assist with firefighting and security efforts.
Despite the progress, the damage to the area is clear. Officials have identified 32 destroyed and six damaged homes so far. Chief Edwards warned that these numbers might increase as damage assessment teams continue to inspect the area. Deutsche Welle (DW) Top reported that at least six people have been injured, including three first responders and three civilians. Residents have described the experience as chaotic and stressful. One resident, Ruby Delatorre, told The Guardian Environment that she felt like she was in a movie when she discovered her home was in the evacuation zone after returning from a concert.
Investigators have confirmed that the fire was caused by human activity, though they do not yet know if it was intentional or an accident. The Reno area has faced three large wildfires in the past two weeks, all of which were also linked to human actions. The fire proved to be a difficult challenge for responders on Saturday night, as changing winds caused the flames to move in different directions, making it hard for crews to reach hotspots.
Infrastructure in the region has also been affected. Nearly 10,000 homes and businesses were without power on Monday, according to The Guardian Environment. NV Energy is working to restore electricity as evacuation orders are lifted. Additionally, parts of US Route 395 were closed to traffic, and most schools in Washoe County remained closed to keep roads clear for emergency vehicles. However, the University of Nevada, Reno, announced that its campus would continue to operate as the fall semester began.
As some evacuation orders begin to lift, local authorities are urging residents to remain careful. The sheriff’s department has asked people to avoid hiking or flying drones in areas where firefighting crews are still active. Chief Edwards emphasized that the fire is a dynamic incident driven by wind, and he urged the public to be ready to leave immediately if they are told to do so. The fire has been a part of a wider wave of fire activity across the drought-stricken Western United States this year, with fifteen new fires breaking out across Nevada on Saturday alone.
選擇題練習 · Quiz
共 4 題
- 細節 Detail
1.What is the current status of the evacuation orders as of Monday afternoon?
- 推論 Inference
2.What can be inferred about the firefighting efforts on Saturday night?
- 單字情境 Vocabulary
3.In the final paragraph, what does the word 'dynamic' mean in the phrase 'a dynamic incident'?
- 主旨 Main Idea
4.What is the primary focus of this article?
易誤解詞彙 · Words to watch
這些字字面意思和文中用法不同，或是不常見的詞性／片語。
- contained adjective
- Kept under control or prevented from spreading.
- 被控制住的；被限制住的。
- 💡 常見作動詞（包含），這裡作形容詞描述火勢。文中：the blaze is now about 27% contained as of Monday afternoon.
- lift verb
- To officially end a rule, order, or restriction.
- 解除（限制、禁令等）。
- 💡 常見作動詞（舉起），這裡指解除疏散命令。文中：As some evacuation orders begin to lift, local authorities are urging residents to remain careful.
- breaking out phrasal verb
- To start suddenly (usually referring to fires, wars, or diseases).
- （火災、戰爭、疾病等）突然發生或爆發。
- 💡 常見作動詞（逃脫），這裡指火災突然發生。文中：with fifteen new fires breaking out across Nevada on Saturday alone.
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