Mandatory evacuation orders and warnings remain in place across multiple counties in eastern Washington and north-central Oregon as firefighters battle numerous large, active wildfires. Residents in affected areas are urged to heed all Level 3 "Go Now" orders immediately and not to return until officials officially lift evacuation notices.

Washington Evacuations

In the greater Spokane region, Level 3 evacuation orders remain active for several neighborhoods, including areas near Suncrest, Pine Bluff (to the north), Four Mound/Seven Mile (to the south), and Dover (to the west). Approximately 60,000 people were displaced at the height of the crisis last weekend. Officials are conducting damage assessments before allowing phased returns.

Near Lake Chelan in Chelan County, the Little Giant Fire — burning at 25,407 acres with 0% containment — has prompted evacuation orders for portions of the south shore and north shore communities outside the main population center of Chelan. Residents in those zones are under active Level 3 orders.

In Okanogan County, the Kaiser Canyon Fire (128,211 acres, 16% contained) continues to threaten rural communities and ranches in rugged terrain. Evacuation levels vary by zone; residents should check with the Okanogan County Emergency Management office for current status in their specific area.

Oregon Evacuations

Near Pendleton in Umatilla County, the Hagen Fire — now approaching 40,000 acres with only 11% containment — has triggered multiple evacuation zones. The fire has been highly active along the North Fork of the Umatilla River and moved to within less than a mile of Highway 204 over the weekend.

Emergency managers in Umatilla County issued a rare and urgent Particularly Dangerous Situation alert last week as the Hagen Fire threatened communities. Residents in Level 3 zones were ordered to leave immediately. Those in Level 2 ("Be Ready") zones should have bags packed and be prepared to leave on short notice.

How to Find Your Evacuation Level

  • Washington: Visit ReadySetGoWA.org or call your county emergency management office.
  • Oregon: Visit OregonEmergencyManagement.gov or the Umatilla County Sheriff's Office website for current Hagen Fire zone maps.
  • Sign up for alerts: Register with your county's emergency alert system (Wireless Emergency Alerts, Nixle, or similar) to receive real-time notifications.

What to Do If You Are Under Evacuation Order

  • Leave immediately — do not wait to pack non-essentials.
  • Take medications, important documents, pets, and water.
  • Alert family members of your destination and route.
  • Do not return to evacuation zones until authorities lift all orders — re-entry zones can be hazardous due to downed power lines, compromised structures, and active hotspots.

Officials warn that conditions can change rapidly during active fire events. What is a Level 1 ("Be Aware") zone today can escalate to a Level 3 ("Go Now") order within minutes. Residents throughout eastern Washington and eastern Oregon should monitor conditions closely and be prepared to act at any time.