A Level 2 “Be Set” notice has also been established for the area east of Highway 97 and south of Rosland Pit.
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation notice has been issued for some parts of the Darlene Fire early Tuesday afternoon, according to the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office.
Central Oregon Fire officials estimate the fire at 50 acres large and say air and ground resources are actively working to suppress the fire.
The Level 3 evacuation applies to the area east of the railroad tracks near Darlene Way and Ice Cave Road. A Level 2 “Be Set” notice has been established for the area east of Highway 97 and south of Rosland Pit.
A temporary evacuation point is available for residents in need of support at La Pine High School as of 2:40 p.m.
Up-to-date information about the fire can be found on the Emergency Management dashboard.
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Aimee Plante
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