The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has updated evacuation levels as the Flat Fire continues to grow and move toward the Deschutes County line. Areas are now under Level 3 (GO NOW), Level 2 (GET SET), and Level 1 (BE READY) evacuation notices. Posted August 22nd, 2025 2:16 PM
The State of Oregon has declared a conflagration for the Flat Fire after significant growth overnight and into this afternoon and heat and winds increase.
LEVEL 3 (GO NOW):
- Between Whychus Creek West to Stevens Canyon
- Generally, North of the intersection of Wilt Road and Big Buck Road
- Includes the far North End of Mountain View Road
Level 3: Means “GO” evacuate now. Leave immediately! Danger to your area is current or imminent, and you should evacuation immediately. If you choose to ignore this advisement, you must understand that emergency services may not be available to assist you further. DO NOT delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home. This will be the last notice you receive.
LEVEL 2 (GET SET)
- Areas North of Wilt Road from the Intersection of Wilt and Fair Mile, East to the Intersection of Buffalo Drive
- Both sides of Wilt Road from Buffalo Drive to Big Buck
Level 2: Means “BE SET” to evacuate. You must prepare to leave at a moment’s notice. This level indicates there is significant danger to your area, and residents should either voluntary relocate to a shelter or with family and friends outside of the affected area, or if choosing to remain, to be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. Residents MAY have time to gather necessary items, but doing so is at their own risk. This may be the only notice you receive. Emergency services cannot guarantee that they will be able to notify you if conditions rapidly deteriorate. Area media services will be asked to broadcast periodic updates.
LEVEL 1 (BE READY):
- Whychus Canyon Estates
- Hinkle Butte area
- Areas south of Wilt Road to Whychus Creek
- Areas North of Wilt Road and East of Indian Ford Road, including Stevens Canyon Road, Fox Ridge Circle, and Pine Ridge Road.
Level 1: Means “BE READY“ for potential evacuation. Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information. This is the time for preparation and precautionary movements of persons with special needs, mobile property and (under certain circumstances) pets and livestock. If conditions worsen, emergency services personnel may contact you via an emergency notification system.
There is a Temporary Evacuation Point at Highland Baptist Church located at: 3100 SW Highland Ave, Redmond, OR.
We will continue to work closely with fire managers and provide updates as the situation develops. Please follow official channels for accurate information.
Current maps, including evacuation areas, can be found at: https://deschutes.org/
For fire information, you can visit the Central Oregon Fire Information site at: www.centraloregonfire.org
Make sure you are registered for Deschutes Alerts to receive evacuation and emergency alerts and warnings in your area by going to www.deschutesalerts.org
Original Release:
Deschutes County, Ore. – Due to the growth of the Flat Fire overnight, and expected fire and wind conditions today, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is recommending Level 1 (Be Ready) evacuation notices for residents in the following area:
- Between Whychus Creek West to Steven’s Canyon
- Generally, North of the intersection of Wilt Road and Little Buck Road
- Includes the far North End of Mountain View Road
Level 1 Means “BE READY“ for potential evacuation. Residents should be aware of the danger in their area and monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information. This is the time for preparation and precautionary movements of persons with special needs, mobile property, and (under certain circumstances) pets and livestock. Emergency services personnel may contact you via an emergency notification system if conditions worsen.
The State of Oregon has declared a conflagration for the Flat Fire after significant growth overnight. The fire made a 4-mile run last night and is now approximately four miles from the Deschutes County line.
We will continue to work closely with fire managers and provide updates as the situation develops. Please follow official channels for accurate information. The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office will provide updates on Twitter and Facebook.
Current maps, including evacuation areas, can be found at: https://deschutes.org/
For fire information, you can visit the Central Oregon Fire Information site at: www.centraloregonfire.org
Make sure you are registered for Deschutes Alerts to receive evacuation and emergency alerts and warnings in your area by going to www.deschutesalerts.org
