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Firefighters make progress containing wildfire in Reno area, reduce evacuation orders
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Maria Aguilar Prieto, Hanna Park and Martin Goillandeau , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 24, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The fire's containment status may change as the situation develops. Fire officials reported progress in controlling a wildfire that has burned a significant area.
Fire officials reported progress in controlling a wildfire that has burned a significant area. The blaze is now partially contained, with a notable portion of the fire under control. Evacuation orders for a large number of people have been downgraded, although conditions could change due to weather.
The fire has consumed a substantial amount of land and was moving toward residential areas. Its behavior has been less severe than expected in some areas. Further details about the fire and its impact are available.
High winds may still pose a threat to the situation, potentially worsening conditions later. The fire's containment status may change as the situation develops.
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Published: August 24, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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