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Wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate
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· August 23, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Nevada's governor mobilized troops to support firefighting efforts and maintain order in evacuated neighborhoods. A state of emergency was declared due to a rapidly spreading fire.
A state of emergency was declared due to a rapidly spreading fire. Thousands of homes were ordered to be vacated as the flames approached residential areas. The fire had grown significantly, covering a substantial area of land.
Nevada's governor mobilized troops to support firefighting efforts and maintain order in evacuated neighborhoods. Aerial support was also provided to combat the fire.
Further details about the fire's impact are available, including the number of homes affected and the extent of the power outages in the surrounding area.
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Category: safety Published: August 23, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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