Lombardo asks Trump for Hawk Fire emergency declaration

By: Jeniffer Solis

Outlets: Nevada Current

Published: August 28, 2026

Words: 403

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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Governor Joe Lombardo signed a formal request on Friday asking the White House to issue a presidential emergency declaration for Nevada following the Hawk Fire impacting northwest Reno.

The Hawk Fire is now 95% contained as crews focus on areas with heavy fuel and remove remaining burning materials near control lines to prevent rekindling.

As of Friday morning, the fire has burned through 15,085 acres, with 550 personnel assigned to ongoing …

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