Last update: 4:30 p.m.
At 4 p.m., the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office reported that fire behavior had "moderated" and that the spread of the fire had slowed. It said evacuation orders would remain in place "until the winds die down and concerns about further spread of the fire subside."
In a Facebook post, the Sheriff's Office said "no homes or structures have been lost or damaged" and that the fire remains under investigation.
Original story:
A wildfire has prompted a Level 3 — “Go Now” — evacuation in parts of La Pine.
The evacuation notice applies to Timber Lane Loop, Riverview Drive, Bridge Drive, and homes along the Little Deschutes River.
According to the La Pine Rural Fire Protection District, the fire is threatening structures.
The Watch Duty app reports that the fire had grown to 20 acres by 3:30 p.m.
An additional Level 1 — "Be Ready" — evacuation has been issued for the neighborhood north of Burgess, east of Huntington Road, and west of Hwy 97. This includes Cagle Road, Railroad Street, Skidgel Road, Antler Lane, Doe Lane, Pine Drive, Pine Place, Ash Drive, Oak Drive, Elm Drive, Santa Barbara Drive, and Murray Drive.
According to the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, the Temporary Evacuation Point has been changed from the La Pine Senior Activity Center to La Pine High School. Residents who have evacuated their homes and need a temporary place to stay are encouraged to visit La Pine High School at 51633 Coach Road.
