Wildfire Near Lyons Prompts Evacuations

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The Oregon Department of Forestry reported that a wind-fanned early-season wildfire off state Highway 22 in the North Santiam State Recreational Area grew to about 60 acres by Tuesday night. The fire has prompted evacuations of dozens of nearby homes in the Lyons area. Level 3 evacuations are in place for residents west of Neighbor’s Lane, including 25th Avenue, River Loop, and Oak Lane. About 35 homes and 30 outbuildings were threatened, but no structures have been lost.

 

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