A wildfire burning in northern Nevada has grown to around 3,200 hectares and is threatening up to 1,000 homes near Reno, ABC News reported.
Residents are being evacuated as strong winds continue to fuel the rapid spread of the blaze.
Authorities have declared a state of emergency in response to the fire, allowing additional resources to be mobilized to protect communities in the affected area.
Emergency crews are working to contain the wildfire as weather conditions complicate firefighting efforts.
Officials have urged residents in evacuation zones to follow instructions from local authorities as the fire continues to pose a threat to homes and other structures.