Crews on East Evans Creek Fire Battle Challenging Conditions; 7,843 Acres

East Evans Creek Fire grows and new fires start in northeastern Oregon

The East Evans Creek Fire near Medford has grown significantly and wildfire activity increased substantially in parts of eastern Oregon.

East Evans Creek Fire Prompts Level 1 Evacuation Notices in County

Late Wednesday night, the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office issued a Level 1 – “BE READY” evacuation notice for the East Evans Creek Fire, burning near the Douglas County border.

East Evans Road Fire grows to 11,551 acres, 50 new fires sparked across Oregon

Oregon faces a surge of wildfires: 50 new blazes in central Oregon. Hopkins and Lower Dry Creek fires have each burned 5,000 acres with structures threatened. East Evans Road Fire tops 11,551 acres, 5% contained.

Level 1 evacuation issued in Douglas County for East Evans Creek Fire

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has issued a Level 1 "Be Ready" evacuation notice for areas near the East Evans Creek Fire burning close to the Douglas-Jack

Oregon fire surges to nearly 8,000 acres, is 5% contained

After a rainy evening, three Oregon wildfires are 5% contained, while one remains at 0%.

Crews on East Evans Creek Fire battle challenging conditions; 7,843 acres

SAMS VALLEY, Ore.- Acreage on the East Evans Creek Fire has increased almost 2,500 acres since Tuesday, as firefighters continue to battle challenging conditions. The East Evans Creek Fire is currently 7,843 acres– up from 5,370 acres Tuesday– and is 5% contained. Crews are facing erratic winds, high temperatures and difficult terrain as they continue […] The post Crews on East Evans Creek Fire battle challenging conditions; 7,843 acres appeared…