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Human-caused Nevada wildfire forces 42,000 people to evacuate

Al Jazeera English Al Jazeera English August 24, 2026 at 2:55 AM

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A fast-moving wildfire near Reno, Nevada, has forced 42,000 people to evacuate and put another 45,000 on alert. Six people have been injured and several homes burned. Officials say the fire was human-caused and is under investigation.

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