Wildfire Forces Thousands To Evacuate As It Approaches Reno, Nevada

Wildfire Forces Thousands To Evacuate As It Approaches Reno, Nevada  HuffPost

A fast-growing wildfire spread from the Sierra foothills toward the center of Reno, Nevada

Firefighters in Nevada are struggling to contain a fast-growing wildfire which has already forced the evacuation of nearly 14,000 people. A state of emergency has been called, meaning federal responders are working alongside local firefighters to try and keep it from residential areas. Details by Camille Knight.

The fast-growing Hawk Fire has grown to more than 10,500 acres as nearly 14,000 homes were ordered evacuate with warnings reaching the edge of the University of Nevada campus.

Nevada Governor declared a state of emergency, mobilized national guard to help fight blaze

The fire apparently began Saturday and grew significantly throughout the day, fueled by strong, gusty winds, low humidity and dry vegetation.

Wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate their neighborhoods  Toronto Star

A fast-growing wildfire spread from the Sierra foothills toward the center of Reno, Nevada, early Saturday

Wildfire approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands to evacuate their neighborhoods  AP News

Extreme weather is hitting Europe, with wildfires in Serbia and Bosnia, floods and fires in Spain, and severe storms in Poland. Thousands have been evacuated as firefighters battle fires, floods and power cuts.

Fast-growing Hawk Fire forces evacuations in Reno, Nevada governor declares emergency  CNN

In another summer of European wildfires that have even seen wetlands burning, scientists say the situation is set to worsen in the future. What's needed is fire prevention and climate protection.