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Hawk Fire's first known fatality identified as 83-year-old Reno woman
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· August 28, 2026
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Key points The first known person to have died in the fire has been identified as an 83-year-old woman from Reno. A wildfire known as the Hawk Fire has resulted in a reported fatality.
A wildfire known as the Hawk Fire has resulted in a reported fatality. The first known person to have died in the fire has been identified as an 83-year-old woman from Reno.
The fire started on August 22 near a mountain trail. It is located northwest of Reno, Nevada.
Further details about the fire and its impact are available from the source, including any updates on the status of the fire and its effects on the surrounding area.
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Published: August 28, 2026 ·
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