Multiple Wildfires Spark Level 3 Evacuations in Salem Area
TL;DR
Level 3 evacuations have been ordered for approximately 600 people in South Salem due to a fast-moving vegetation fire. The fire, which started as a grass fire, quickly spread into a blaze burning in timber and threatening homes. Fire crews from multiple agencies are responding, and the Oregon State Fire Marshal is mobilizing air tankers. Residents are urged to leave immediately as staying poses a great danger to their lives and emergency services may not be available to help.
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- High risk grass fire triggers evacuation order for 630 people near Jory Hill Salem Reporter
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- Salem area fire prompts Level 3 ‘Go Now’ evacuations KOIN.com
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