Wildfire Evacuation Guide

Level 1: READY

  • Level 1 means BE READY for potential evacuation. There is a fire in your local area.
  • Prepare for any family with special needs, mobile property, and pets or livestock.
  • Monitor local social media, news and radio for information.
  • Emergency Personnel may contact you via an emergency notification system.

Level 2: SET

  • Level 2 means to evacuate. You must be prepared to leave at a moment’s notice.
  • Level 2 stands for significant danger in your area. Load your (People, Pets, Pills, Photos, Important Papers) and 72-Hour Kit into the car.
  • Relocate to a specified shelter (if activated) or with family/friends outside the affected area.
  • You MAY have time to gather necessary items, but you must be prepared to leave at a moments notice.
  • If you have time, when leaving your home, write EVACUATED on a pillow case and hang it at the end of your driveway.
  • THIS MAY BE THE ONLY NOTICE.

Level 3: GO

  • Level 3 means GO, evacuate NOW. Leave immediately.
  • The danger in your area is current, and you should evacuate immediately.
  • DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home.
  • Obey orders of law enforcement and fire department officials. Drive calmly and with special attention to emergency vehicles.
  • Do not block access to roadways for emergency vehicles or other evacuees.
  • THIS WILL BE THE LAST NOTICE YOU WILL RECEIVE.

Source: Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office