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Winds Fueling Canyon Creek Complex Fire, More Evacuations Ordered

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High winds are fueling the Canyon Creek Complex Fires this weekend. Officials Saturday morning ordered the immediate evacuation of the southern portions of Prairie City. Evacuees have been asked to go to Mount Vernon until the blaze dies down.

There are more than 800 personnel working to contain the fire, but expected harsh winds are making it difficult to hold fire lines. The lightning caused wildfire burning near John Day has charred more than 86,000 acres so far and destroyed 39 homes.

40 MPH wind gusts are currently pushing flames close to the town of Prairie City, which is home to about 900 residents.

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