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BEND, Ore. KTVZ -- Days of hot, windy weather have sent the Cedar Creek Fire surging north and east, nearly doubling in size to over 31, acres, officials said Thursday after fire crews prepped evacuated Cultus Lake Lodge in aluminum wrap and widened the Level 3 evacuation ahead of yet another red flag warning.

Incident broke out six miles north of milepost 69 on Highway 20 in the Brothers-Hampton Wilderness Study area and was stopped before nightfall at 2. Smokejumpers and rappellers continued to build fire line. A Type 2 helicopter assisted suppression efforts on the ground and engine crews hiked into the research natural area, she said. Another fire, Incident the McQueen Fire burned about 21 acres four to five miles north of Hole in the Ground and was 80 percent contained by Thursday night, Kern added.

Visit Deschutes and Lane County websites for up-to-date information. Winds speeds are expected to be mph with gusts of up to 35 mph—Friday morning and afternoon. Winds are expected to increase throughout Friday evening with speeds mph and gust up to 50 mph. Current Situation: Yesterday, the fire continued to push northeast of Waldo Lake. In the east, it touched the base of Lemish Butte and crossed Charlton Butte.

The fire is four miles from Crane Prairie Reservoir. Crews worked on point protection in the Cultus Lake Area securing aluminum structure wrap around the lodge and surrounding cabins, in addition to setting up sprinkler systems. Strategic burning operations were successfully completed on the northwestern edge of the fire along Forest Road FR and southwest edge along FR to secure lines at those points. Crews will continue point protection in the Cultus Lake area. On the western portion of the fire area, holding and improving lines is the primary objective.

In anticipation of the Red Flag Warning, firefighters will be strategically placed around the fire overnight. Crews and equipment are prepared for initial attack on any new starts or spot fires and will relay current conditions throughout the evening.

Multiple teams managing a large fire allows on-the-ground resources to be supported closer to their firefighting activities. Winds from the NW will reach speeds of mph with gusts of up to 15 mph. Poor humidity levels overnight will allow for an extended burn window. Pacific Crest Trail hikers should visit pcta. Evacuations: Deschutes County evacuation levels increased yesterday evening. Sign-up for emergency mobile alerts by going to oralert.

Level 3 means leave immediately! Do NOT take time to gather things. GO NOW! There is immediate and imminent danger and you should evacuate immediately. Level 1 means: This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property, pets and livestock.

People should make the best possible decisions for their safety. The fire was reported on September 7, , at p. Current size estimate is 3, acres and no containment. The local Type 3 Incident Management Team is managing the fire through tonight. A total of structures are threatened and five structures have been confirmed lost to the blaze; one of which is a residence.

All structures damaged are located on S. Poe Valley Road south of Beta Lane. Weather: Significant fire potential remains elevated today due to the combination of high fire danger and hot, dry, and unstable weather.

Highlights : The passage of a cold front over the fire area yesterday brought gusty erratic winds which produced rapid fire growth on the Double Creek Fire. Before the strongest winds arrived in the evening, firefighters were able to complete firing operations along the Lower Imnaha Road to protect the community of Imnaha. Tactical firing and structure protection operations also took place on the south side of the Double Creek Fire.

There was little fire growth on the fires in the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The lightning caused Double Creek Fire is a full suppression fire, and the protection of lives and property remain the primary objectives of this incident.

As the cold front approached throughout the day, winds were gusty and erratic. As the front passed in the late afternoon high winds with gusts reported to 50 mph led to extreme fire behavior as the fire spread on Grizzly, Haas, Sleepy and Windy Ridges gaining over 30, acres. Firefighters conducted tactical firing operations from Imnaha north along the river corridor. Structure defense preparations took place for values in the Lightning and Horse Creek drainages and other structures north of the fire.

Firefighters conducted firing operations and protected structures from Freezeout Road south to Balter Creek on the south side of the fire. Today firefighters, including Oregon State Fire Marshal OSFM task forces, will continue to secure the community of Imnaha and values north of the fire, keep the fire east of the Imnaha River and secure structures south of the fire, and assess structures along the Snake River.

Weather : With the passage of the cold front yesterday, slightly lower temperatures and lighter winds are expected today though it remains extremely dry. It will still be a day of elevated fire weather, but not the critical fire weather from the previous two days.

Wind will be out of the northwest. In areas where the wind aligns with a northwest facing slope expect higher winds with gusts of mph. Lower Imnaha and Dug Bar Roads are closed. Flight restrictions also apply to drones. Drones flying in areas of wildfire activity will cause firefighting aircraft to be grounded. Email: Weather : Temperatures are expected to be cooler today, and winds will be calmer.

Temperatures will be in the lows this afternoon with wind gusts up to 20 mph. Conditions will still be dry with relative humidity in the teens. Operations : Yesterday the fire perimeter was tested by high winds, and firefighters kept the fire within established containment lines.

The fire received some rainfall yesterday afternoon, which helped with mop up efforts. Spots west of the FSR 45 were completely mopped up and will continue to be monitored to ensure they remain secure. On the northeastern and eastern flanks, containment lines are in place around the burned pockets of subalpine fir, and today crews will continue mopping up any remnant heat they find. Yesterday crews monitored and patrolled the southern edge of the fire, which will continue today.

Crews will be removing excess hoses and equipment from secured containment lines on the western, southern and eastern edges of the fire. All containment lines will continue to be monitored and patrolled. Crews received minimal support from helicopters yesterday due to high winds and thunderstorms.

With favorable weather, helicopters are expected to resume support of firefighting efforts along the northeastern flank. Closures and Evacuations : Grant County has issued a Level One evacuation advisory in the area of the fire. Level One means be ready and aware of fire conditions. A closure is in effect on the Malheur and Umatilla National Forests today. Smoke may be visible to nearby communities and Forest visitors.

Areas to the east of the fire, including the communities of Merlin, Hugo, Three Pines, Leland, and Wolf Creek, are no longer under the Level 1 notification. The Level 2 to the east of Hog Creek is reduced to a Level 1. The Level 3 in and around the fire itself and the Level 2 south of the fire have not changed. Areas north of the fire remain under a Level 1 notice. For the most current evacuation information and resources, go to Josephine County Incident Information rvem. The reduction in evacuations is possible because of progress fire personnel have made on containing the Rum Creek Fire.

On the west side, the fire is considered contained from west of Mount Peavine to Galice Road north of the Galice Resort. To the northwest, fire has consumed ground fuels on most of the previously unburned interior islands. This reduces the chance of fire flaring up and escaping past the fire lines to the north or west. Firefighters are monitoring fire lines and have mopped up inside all lines at least 75 feet.

Firefighters will patrol and monitor the fire and continue to mop up residual heat near fire edges. No further spread is expected along these contained edges despite hot, dry, windy weather. Weather continues to be a challenge for the Rum Creek Fire. High temperatures, low relative humidity, gusty winds, and an unstable atmosphere are expected, raising the potential for new fires to develop and existing fires to spread.

Winds from the east and northeast are predicted. Personnel on the Rum Creek Fire will be monitoring the weather and fire closely, ready to take action if the fire attempts to escape the containment lines. The public is reminded to be careful with fire. Rum Creek Fire was ignited by lightning, but historically, most wildfires are human-caused.

Check local fire restrictions before starting any fire or barbecue grill. Make sure all fires are completely extinguished and cold to the touch. Evacuations: Evacuation orders and notifications have been revised. The National Guard is staffing the roadblocks. Only residents must show proof of residency and permitted users will be allowed through. River status: The Wild section of the Rogue River below Grave Creek will remain open unless fire conditions warrant closure.

River status is determined on a day-to-day basis. Please call for more information regarding Rogue River permits. No new boating permits will be issued at this time.