Wildfire started by humans approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands of evacuations

Wildfire started by humans approaches Reno, Nevada, forcing thousands of evacuations

A fast-growing wildfire in Nevada has grown to 10,000 acres since it began burning just outside Reno on Saturday, forcing thousands to evacuate.

A state of emergency is declared in the US state of Nevada as rampant wildfire spurs evacuations.

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.

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

A fast-moving wildfire near the Tahoe region has exploded to roughly 2,500 acres, with evacuation warnings now in effect for California communities near the Nevada border.