Authorities adjust evacuation areas, some areas downgraded

TILLER, Ore. – Evacuations remain in place for the Dixon Fire. The following is a summary of the current evacuation levels as of Thursday, August 15, 2024, at 4:15 pm. An interactive map reflecting these evacuation levels can be found online at www.dcso.com/evacuations.

LEVEL 3 “GO!”:

No Level 3 evacuation notices exist for this incident. The previous Level 3 evacuation notices for this incident have been downgraded.

LEVEL 2 “BE SET”:

All residences on Crume Ranch Lane

All residences on Devil’s Knob Road, also known as USFS Road #1610

All residences on the north side of Tiller Trail Highway from the intersection of Devil’s Knob (USFS 1610) south to milepost 32.5 on Tiller Trail Highway. This includes all residences between these two points.

LEVEL 1 “BE READY”:

All residences on the north side of Tiller Trail Highway from milepost 32.5 to milepost 34. This includes all homes between these two points.

All residences on the south side of Tiller Trail Highway from to milepost 29.5 to milepost 32.5. This includes all homes between these two points.

The one residence in the area of Hamlin Prairie.

The Pickett Butte Lookout Tower

CANCELLED EVACUATION NOTICES

All residential addresses on Pickett Butte Road.

All residents who have been placed on any level of evacuation notice and those living in proximity of the fire should continue to monitor official sources for updated information. Any changes to these evacuation notices or danger levels will be communicated through official channels.

SAFETY INFORMATION FOR RETURNING RESIDENTS:

Residents returning to a Level 2 “BE SET” area, should be aware that danger still exists in the area and should remain ready to leave at a moment’s notice. Individuals returning to areas impacted by the fire should be aware there are inherent risks associated with returning. Hazards have not been mitigated from private properties and homeowners assume all risks by returning to their properties. If at any time a resident feels unsafe or in the event of increased fire behavior, significant wind or rain, they should not wait to be told to leave and should do so on their own. The following safety tips are provided to those returning to areas which have been impacted by the fire:

RED CROSS SHELTER

The American Red Cross Shelter located at the Days Creek Charter School closed Wednesday, August 14, 2024, at 12:00 pm. Anyone impacted by the fire who has unmet needs may contact Emergency Management through the Douglas County Dispatch Center at (541) 440-4471.

DOUGLAS ALERTS – EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

All Douglas County residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency notifications through Douglas Alerts online at www.dcso.com/alerts. This system will be used to notify residents in an emergency, including wildfire evacuations.

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We are here to help if you have any questions. Please call us at 541-440-6025 or email us at douglasalerts@douglascountyor.gov

TILLER TRAIL HIGHWAY OPEN, DRIVE WITH CAUTION

Tiller Trail Highway is open to through traffic. Those traveling through the incident area are asked to drive at reduced speeds. Firefighters may still be working along Tiller Trail Highway. PLEASE drive slowly for their safety and yours. Firefighting equipment, large equipment and personnel should be expected in the roadway. Debris may also have fallen into the roadway. Reducing your speed through the incident area will ensure the safety for firefighters and the community.