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Updated Evacuation Levels (2:30pm July 15)

In consultation with fire officials the Malheur County Sheriff’s Office issuing the following updates:

No Evacuations Levels

• Residents of Hwy 26 Corridor (Willow Creek, Jaimeson, Brogan) and the NW of Vale (Graham Blvd and North, Alder Road and west)

• ALL READINESS CONDITIONS HAVE LIFTED. Fire crews continue to monitor these areas.

• The City of Vale is not in danger at this time.

Level 1 – Be Ready – Green

• None at this time.

Level 2 – Get Ready – Green

• Westfall area (including Bonita, Indian Valley, Clover Creek areas)

• This area REMAINS in the “Get Set” or the next level of preparedness. Fire activity on the Cow Valley Fire has advanced slowly on the southern side of the fire and preparations should be made in case weather conditions and fire behavior increase. You should have your travel supplies and companion animals ready to go. Plans should be set. unless you need extra time to get out and travel.

The Red Cross Evacuation Shelter in Ontario will demobilize at noon on 07/16/2024. However, if citizens are evacuated from the Westfall area, plans have been made and a shelter will be set up in Vale. More information to come. Call the Emergency Manager at (541) 709-7726 if you need shelter accommodations.

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