Hawk Fire forces 90,000 evacuations near Reno, Nevada

A wind-driven wildfire, the Hawk Fire, has forced tens of thousands of residents to evacuate near Reno, Nevada, as it threatens neighborhoods and reaches the outskirts of the city. Around 42,000 people have been ordered to leave, with an additional 45,000 told to prepare to evacuate, according to Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve Source: CNA. The fire, which began Saturday, has burned more than 15,000 acres and remains 0% contained Source: AP News. At least six people have been injured, including three first responders Source: BBC. Officials have confirmed the fire was human-caused but have not released further details Source: The Guardian. Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo has declared a state of emergency in Washoe County and mobilized the National Guard Source: DW News. Schools across the county are closed, and nearly 10,000 homes and businesses are without power Source: Euronews. The fire has destroyed several homes, with some residents reporting losing everything Source: AP News. Firefighters are battling the blaze with support from crews from Australia and New Zealand Source: The Guardian. Shifting winds are complicating efforts, and officials urge residents to evacuate immediately when told Source: NPR. The fire is the third major wildfire in the area in recent weeks, highlighting the region's extreme dry conditions Source: NPR.