8/13/2015 Eagle Complex Fire Update

The Eagle Complex is burning 10 miles east of Medical Springs, Oregon. The 3 fires currently total 700 acres and are burning on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Resources on scene include 4 engines and two, 10 person hand crews as well as several aviation resources. Additional resources are on order. An Interagency Type 3 Management team, will assume command of the fire on Thursday, August 13.

A level 1 evacuation notice has been sent to residents along Forest Service Road 77 near Tamarack Camp Ground, Bennett Peak and Main Eagle areas associated with the Eagle Complex. A Level 1 evacuation notice means residents should be READY (Ready, Set, Go) to evacuate and continue to closely monitor local media and incident information. Questions regarding evacuation notices and the evacuation process can be direction to the Baker County Emergency Management at 541-523-8200.

Please Click here to see the Area Closure Order http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprd3849748.pdf