Level 3 evacuation order issued as strong winds, dry conditions threaten progress in fighting Central Oregon wildfires

Published on: 08/01/2026

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The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office issued a Level 3 order for the area, as well as a Level 2 warning for the city of Metolius, for a new vegetation fire.

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