Daily Update: Hawk Fire August 29, 2026

• Acres: 15,085
• Start Dates: August 22, 2026
• Containment: 98%
• Causes: Human
• Total Personnel: 249
• Fuels: Tall grass, brush and timber
• Total Resources: 3 crews | 14 engines | 3 helicopters | 7 dozers
• Location: Northwest of Reno, Nevada

Summary: Firefighters continue to make strong progress on the Hawk Fire, which is now 98% contained. The fire remains at 15,085 acres, with no increase in acreage reported.

A small amount of rain fell across the fire area yesterday. While the precipitation helped moderate conditions, it also created slick and muddy roads that temporarily limited access for personnel and heavy equipment. Crews adjusted operations as needed to ensure firefighter and equipment operator safety.

Firefighters continued to patrol the perimeter and search for remaining heat. Very few hot spots were found along the eastern and northern portions of the fire. On the western side, crews regained access later in the day and will continue mop-up operations over the next 24 to 48 hours.

Suppression repair is underway across much of the fire area. Dozers and excavators are working along previously constructed firelines to repair impacts from suppression activities. Resource advisors and operations personnel continue to evaluate repair needs, particularly in the northwest portion of the fire. Equipment will be repositioned as needed to complete this work.

Warmer and drier weather will return beginning Saturday. Temperatures are expected to climb into the 80s as relative humidity decreases, with southwest winds gusting up to approximately 30 mph. Although the potential for the Hawk Fire to escape established containment lines remains minimal, firefighters will continue to monitor conditions as fuels dry out.

Evacuations and Closures: While most evacuation areas have been reopened, the forest closures will remain in effect until mop-up, restoration and safety actions have been completed. This means that recreation areas, trails and roads in the burned areas are still closed. Anyone caught in the closure areas is subject to fines and other legal repercussions.

The most current information and updates for evacuations and closures for the Hawk Fire can be found at Perimeter Map. Authorities are asking the public to remain vigilant and be safe as fire suppression and restoration efforts continue.

Safety: Fire crews, utility workers and public safety personnel are working in many of the affected areas with heavy and sometimes dangerous equipment that often has limited visibility.  Members of the public in these areas are asked to slow down and be careful.