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Reno officials urge community to pay attention to evacuation orders and stay safe during Hawk Fire

KUNR Public Radio | By Bert Johnson
Published August 23, 2026 at 3:10 PM PDT
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Maria Palma

KUNR's Bert Johnson spoke with Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve and Washoe County Commissioner Clara Andriola live about the latest on the Hawk Fire, evacuations and the impact on the Reno community.
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Bert Johnson
Bert is KUNR’s senior correspondent. He covers stories that resonate across Nevada and the region, with a focus on environment, political extremism and Indigenous communities.
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