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Hawk Fire's Advance Stopped Near Reno, But Evacuees Remain Displaced as Damage Toll Rises
Firefighters have stopped the forward progress of the Hawk Fire near Reno, but work remains before thousands of evacuees can return home as the blaze has destroyed 32 homes and injured seven people. Firefighters have stopped the forward progress of the Hawk Fire, a massive blaze that has threatened neighborhoods around Reno, Nevada, since it ignited on August 22. However, a long road to recovery remains before evacuated residents can return home, as fire crews continue to work on extinguishing hot spots and assessing the full extent of the damage. "I think it's incredible there’s been no fatality on this fire, given how fast it's moved," said Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District Chief Richard Edwards. The Damage So Far The human-caused fire has consumed approximately 15,067 acres (61 square kilometers) and was 27% contained as of Tuesday. At least 32 homes have been destroyed and six others damaged, numbers that officials expect to rise as damage assessment teams complete their surveys. Seven people have been injured, including four civilians and three firefighters. Evacuations and Repopulation Efforts The number of residents under evacuation orders and warnings ha...
