Washoe County Schools Cancel Aug. 24 Classes as Hawk Fire Evacuations Strain Emergency Resources
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Updated · KOLO · Aug 23
Washoe County Schools Cancel Aug. 24 Classes as Hawk Fire Evacuations Strain Emergency Resources
3 articles · Updated · KOLO · Aug 23
Summary
Monday classes, events and activities were canceled across Washoe County School District schools except Gerlach K-12 School, following a request from public safety officials.
The district said Hawk Fire evacuations, pressure on regional emergency resources and the need to keep roads clear for responders drove the closure decision.
Mater Academy of Northern Nevada, Coral Academy of Science Reno and Pinecrest Academy of Northern Nevada also canceled Monday classes and activities.
Truckee Meadows Community College halted in-person and online classes and most work, while the University of Nevada, Reno said its campuses would remain open and operate normally.