More than 40,000 evacuate as wildfire nears Reno in western US
The local fire chief urges another 45,000 residents to be ready to leave quickly as strong winds drive fires into residential areas.
A fast-moving wildfire, dubbed the Hawk Fire, is threatening the city of Reno in Nevada, western US. Authorities have ordered the evacuation of over 40,000 residents as the blaze approaches the metropolitan area, which is home to more than 280,000 people. The fire has already destroyed some mountaintop homes and injured six individuals, including three first responders.
The Hawk Fire, which is one day old, has consumed 15,040 acres (6,087 hectares) and continues to spread rapidly due to strong winds. Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency in Washoe County, where Reno is located, as the fire threatens homes and structures. Reno's fire chief, Richard Edwards, urged the public to be prepared for immediate evacuation or even earlier, as the fire is highly dynamic and being driven by strong winds.
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