Waldbrände: Brände im US-Bundesstaat Nevada – Dutzende Häuser zerstört
Die Feuerwehr in Nevada meldet Fortschritte gegen einen Flächenbrand am Rande der Stadt Reno. Doch Dutzende Anwohner haben ihre Häuser verloren.
In Nevada, United States, firefighters reported progress in battling the rapidly spreading "Hawk Fire" in a hilly area near the city of Reno. As of Monday (local time), the fire had been contained at 27 percent. However, residents received grim news: The flames destroyed 32 homes, while six more sustained damage. These figures are expected to rise, warned Fire Chief Richard Edwards.
The fire rapidly expanded since Saturday, affecting an area larger than 6000 hectares. Seven people were injured, including three firefighters. Authorities warned that up to 42,000 people were evacuated, and another 45,000 should prepare to leave their homes if necessary. Evacuations were ordered for 23,000 residents on Monday, with preparations for 45,000 more. The cause of the fire was attributed to human activity, though further investigations were ongoing.
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