The Oregon State Fire Marshal has mobilized two structural task forces through Immediate Response to boost capacity for several fires burning east of Lakeview. On Sunday, local firefighters were called to new wildfires burning near Bullard and Deadman canyons.
The task forces, from Clatsop and Marion counties, are being reassigned from the Elk Fire in Klamath County, where the threat to homes and communities has significantly diminished. The Oregon State Fire Marshal Red Incident Management Team and remaining structural task forces assigned to the Elk Fire are demobilizing and returning home today. Wildland firefighting resources remain in place and continue strengthening containment lines.
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued a Level 1 “Be Ready” evacuation notice for E Street in the town of Lakeview as a precaution. Residents in that area should prepare to evacuate if conditions change. Up-to-date evacuation information is available at townoflakeview.org/evacuation.
Fire activity is visible from the highway and several areas in town. Firefighters from multiple agencies, including local departments, are actively engaged in suppression efforts. Community members are asked to avoid canyon access areas to keep emergency response routes clear.
For ongoing updates about the Lake County fires, follow the South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership (SCOFMP).
Helpful Links:
Evacuation information: https://townoflakeview.org/evacuation/
Fire updates: https://facebook.com/SCOFMPFireInfo