9-02-17 2:30 p.m. Chetco Bar Fire Evacuation Update

At 10:00 a.m. this morning, the Josephine County Sheriff issued a Level 1 evacuation for Oak Flats, east of the Chetco Bar Fire.

Level 1 is the "Ready" in Ready-Set-Go. It means 'Be Prepared'.

Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information.

This is a time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property and (under certain circumstances) pets and livestock.

To sign up for evacuation alerts for your area of Josephine County, use the Josephine County Alert (Reverse 911) system at http://www/co/josephine.or.us/alert