The East Evans Creek Fire remained active through the night as firefighters worked aggressively on spot fires, and made progress with continued suppression efforts on the 7,843.2 acre fire.
The Oregon Department of Forestry's latest update reports one of the larger spot fires on Board Mountain is estimated at about 1,000 acres. Crews, engines, and heavy equipment are engaged to limit further spread.
Overnight, firefighters conducted a small-scale tactical firing operation on the western portion of the blaze to minimize impacts from the main fire. Today, aircraft and ground resources are working to remain vigilant of any new spot fires, cool active areas, and support fireline construction.
Oregon State Fire Marshal structure engines along the eastern portion continue work to protect homes and critical infrastructure. Elevated fire behavior is expected to return this afternoon.
A Level 1: Be Ready to evacuate warning for Zones JAC-003, JAC-004, JAC-014, JAC-026, JAC-036, JAC-109, JAC-127, JAC-131, JAC-149A, and JAC-158, a Level 2: Be Set warning for Zones JAC-016, JAC-017, JAC-126, JAC-147, JAC-148, and JAC-149-B, and a Level 3: Go Now for Zone JAC-124 remain in effect.
There is a community meeting planned for today at 6:30 p.m. to provide an update for the fire. It will take place at the Shady Cove School Gym, 100 Cleveland Street in Shady Cove. The meeting will also be streamed at Facebook.com/ODFSouthwest.
