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Neighbors, 

The Akawa Butte Fire has grown to more than 26,000 acres and is currently the nation's highest-priority wildfire. More than 1,000 people in our community are under evacuation orders or warnings, and with hotter, drier conditions expected over the next several days, evacuation levels may change quickly.

The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office urges everyone to stay informed and be prepared. Make sure you're signed up to receive emergency alerts so you can get the latest evacuation information and other critical updates. You can sign up here.

This evening, Thursday, July 23, 2026, an in-person community meeting will be held at 6:30 p.m. at the Sisters High School auditorium. For those who can’t attend in person, the meeting will also be livestreamed on the Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire Department Facebook page: facebook.com/SCSRFPD

Evacuations: 

With conditions changing rapidly, the Sheriff’s Office recommends people use the Genasys Protect Map for updated evacuation areas: deschutes.org/emergency or protect.genasys.com

A shelter for evacuees is available at Sisters High School, at 1700 W. McKinney Butte Rd. in Sisters. Household pets are welcome.

Official Updates:

Current public land closures: https://www.blm.gov/programs/fire/regional-info/oregon-washington/fire-restrictions

Check current air quality and smoke conditions: https://fire.airnow.gov

Additional information on firefighting operations across Central Oregon can be found here: Central Oregon Fire Information

I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to the firefighters, law enforcement officers, emergency personnel, and volunteers working around the clock to keep Central Oregonians safe.

Please don't hesitate to reach out if my office can be of any assistance. 

Stay safe,

Capitol Phone: 503-986-1453
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-486, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Rep.EmersonLevy@oregonlegislature.gov
Website: https://www.oregonlegislature.gov/levye​