Large Vegetation Fire Off Hwy 58 Near Oakridge Prompts Level 3 'Go Now' Evacuations

Wildfire evacuation orders issued for east Oakridge, Highway 58 partially closed

A wildfire east of Oakridge has forced evacuation orders and the closure of Highway 58.

Large vegetation fire off Hwy 58 near Oakridge prompts Level 3 'Go Now' evacuations

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A large vegetation fire off Highway 58 near Oakridge has prompted Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations. The fire is located near Milepost 37 on Highway 58 and Dunning Road. All residents on Dunning Road and Roberts Ranch Road are asked to evacuate immediately. This is a developing story.

Level 3 'Go Now' evacuation order issued; Highway 58 east of Oakridge closed

A wildfire erupted near Highway 58 and Dunning Road south of Oakridge in Lane County on Aug. 7.