A wildfire near the California-Nevada border has triggered evacuation orders in parts of Sierra County.
SIERRA COUNTY, Calif. — A wildfire is burning near the California-Nevada border, prompting evacuation orders for parts of Sierra County.
The Hawk Fire is approximately 10,500 acres and is burning northeast of Verdi in Washoe County, according to National Interagency Fire Center.
Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District said the fire is moving northeast towards North Virginia street between Seneca Drive and Copperfield Drive.
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Truckee Donner Public Utility District said all of its customers are without power as of 6:20 p.m. Saturday after NV Energy shut down the transmission line that supplies the area because of its proximity to the Hawk Fire near Verdi. There is currently no estimate for when power will be restored.
Washoe County Sheriff Darin Balaam said the department is closely monitoring the Hawk Fire and changing conditions near the Washoe County Detention Facility. He said the safety of people in custody and staff is the top priority, and the department is coordinating with fire and emergency crews and is prepared to take action if needed.
Evacuation orders are in effect for areas of Sierra County along the California-Nevada border.
Evacuation orders have been issued for the following zones in Sierra County:
The Evelyn Mount Community Center is longer an evacuation shelter.
A new shelter has been set up at the Reno Sparks Convention Center, Hall 4, at 4590 S. Virginia Street, Reno.
The American Red Cross of Nevada, Washoe County Human Services Agency and Allied Security are there with blankets, beds, food and drinks.
All northbound traffic on US 395 is closed beginning at Parr Boulevard. Residents evacuating from areas north of Red Rock Road must use US 395 to travel north out of the area.Southbound US 395 remains open for evacuation traffic. Once on US 395, all off-ramps are closed between Red Rock Rd. and Parr Blvd. Motorists must remain on the highway as they travel south toward Reno.
The Genasys Protect evacuation map provides
Hawk Fire burning northeast of Verdi in Washoe County, Nevada
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If you live in a wildfire-prone zone, Cal Fire suggests creating a defensible space around your home. Defensible space is an area around a building in which vegetation and other debris are completely cleared. At least 100 feet is recommended.
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The Department of Homeland Security suggests assembling an emergency kit that has important documents, N95 respirator masks, and supplies to grab with you if you’re forced to leave at a moment’s notice. The agency also suggests signing up for local warning system notifications and knowing your community’s evacuation plans best to prepare yourself and your family in cases of wildfires.
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