A neighborhood near Lowell that was on a Level 2 evacuation notice due to fire, has been downgraded to Level 1 (Be Ready), the Lane County Sheriff's Office said in an update at 8 p.m. Wednesday.
Oregon Department of Forestry reports that the spread of the fire has been stopped at 25-30 acres. It is 75% lined and expected to be 100% lined by nightfall, on Wednesday.
The following areas are now at a Level 1 (Be Ready) evacuation notice issued by the Lane County Sheriff’s Office::
- Reuben Leigh Road
- Forest Retreat Lane
- Jasper-Lowell Road east of Unity Park
- South side of Little Fall Creek Road from Jasper Road east to Lafon Lane
Level 1 (Be Ready) means you should be aware of the danger that exists in your area, monitor local media outlets and telephone devices to receive further information.
This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock. People should make the best possible decisions for their safety.
Updated evacuation information, including a map, is available at www.LaneCountyOR.gov/ReubenLeighFire.
Information about preparing for evacuation at each level is available at https://bit.ly/LCEvacGuide.
The following roads remain closed in order to support firefighting efforts:
- Reuben Leigh Road is closed except to those evacuating
- Little Fall Creek Road is closed except to local traffic
The fire is reported to be a timber fire with slash on private property and has burned 25 acres.
There are 5 engines, 2 helicopters, and a 20-person crew currently working the fire and we're told they will work through the night.
A Type 3 team will be enacted Thursday.
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