Multiple evacuation orders and warnings are in effect across eastern Washington and eastern Oregon as several large wildfires continue to spread in dangerous fire weather conditions. Residents in affected areas are urged to monitor official channels closely and be prepared to leave at a moment's notice.

Garred Road Fire — Grant County, Washington

The most active evacuation situation as of Wednesday morning, June 24, is along the Garred Road Fire near Coulee City in Grant County, Washington. Level 3 (Leave Now) evacuations remain in effect for the Sun Lakes area, including Sun Lakes State Park. The fire has grown to nearly 3,500 acres and continues to threaten structures, a state park campground, wheat fields, and infrastructure.

  • Level 3 (Leave Now): Sun Lakes area and Sun Lakes State Park Campground
  • State Route 17 and U.S. Highway 2 have experienced closures and restrictions near the fire area.
  • Residents should not return until the Grant County Sheriff's Office officially lowers evacuation levels.

Lytle Fire — Malheur County, Oregon

The Lytle Fire burning three miles south of Vale, Oregon prompted Level 3 (Go Now) evacuations in Malheur County on June 22. The fire has grown to approximately 2,000 acres in BLM-managed brush and grass with extreme fire behavior.

  • Level 3 (Go Now): Specific zones south of Vale designated by the Malheur County Sheriff's Office.
  • Road closures are in effect near the fire perimeter.
  • Malheur County Sheriff's Office: "Leave without delay. It is unsafe to stay."

Upriver Fire — Spokane County, Washington (Downgraded)

The Upriver Fire east of Spokane, which destroyed at least 15 homes earlier this week, has seen evacuation levels reduced as the fire reaches 75 percent containment. Level 1 (Be Ready) remains in effect for some portions of the fire area while mop-up continues.

  • Level 1 (Be Ready): Portions of the Upriver Drive area in Spokane Valley.
  • Residents who evacuated should confirm with Spokane County Emergency Management before returning.

Understanding Washington Evacuation Levels

Washington State uses a three-level evacuation system:

  • Level 1 — Be Ready: Be aware of the danger and be prepared to leave. Monitor conditions.
  • Level 2 — Be Set: Be prepared to leave at a moment's notice. Gather your go-kit and be ready to move.
  • Level 3 — Go Now: Leave immediately. Do not wait. Staying may be fatal.

Oregon's Evacuation Level System

Oregon uses a similar three-level system with Level 1 (Ready), Level 2 (Set), and Level 3 (Go). Level 3 orders are issued only when there is immediate danger to life.

Key Contacts and Resources

  • Grant County Sheriff (WA): grantsheriff.com
  • Malheur County Sheriff (OR): malheursheriff.com
  • Washington DNR Fire Dashboard: dnr.wa.gov
  • Oregon Department of Forestry: oregon.gov/odf
  • InciWeb National Fire Information: inciweb.wildfire.gov