Oregon City Lifts Level 1 Evacuation Notice On Applegate Terrace, Reduces Two Homes From Level 3 To Level 1
- 12/22/25
Oregon City, ORE. – Oregon City has lifted the “Level 1 – Be Ready” evacuation notice for residents on Applegate Terrace. The two homes that were at a “Level 3 – Go Now” have been reduced to “Level 1 – Be Ready”.
The changes come after inspections from geotechnical engineers and building inspectors, who indicated that both structures are currently safe to occupy. The homeowners are receiving recommendations on extra steps they can take to help minimize risks of further movement.
With additional rain in the forecast, the City is advising residents of the two homes, and anyone else living near a steep slope, to be vigilant for signs of potential landslide activity.
For more information, including resources and what signs to look for, residents can go to the City’s website at orcity.org/geologic-hazards. If you need assistance with cleanup, recovery, or other unmet needs, resources from local partners and community organizations can be accessed through 2-1-1.
Residents needing to report potential landslide activity this week over the Christmas holiday can contact the non-emergency number at 503-655-8211.
Oregon City Lifts Level 1 Evacuation Notice On Applegate Terrace, Reduces Two Homes From Level 3 To Level 1
- 12/22/25
Oregon City, ORE. – Oregon City has lifted the “Level 1 – Be Ready” evacuation notice for residents on Applegate Terrace. The two homes that were at a “Level 3 – Go Now” have been reduced to “Level 1 – Be Ready”.
The changes come after inspections from geotechnical engineers and building inspectors, who indicated that both structures are currently safe to occupy. The homeowners are receiving recommendations on extra steps they can take to help minimize risks of further movement.
With additional rain in the forecast, the City is advising residents of the two homes, and anyone else living near a steep slope, to be vigilant for signs of potential landslide activity.
For more information, including resources and what signs to look for, residents can go to the City’s website at orcity.org/geologic-hazards. If you need assistance with cleanup, recovery, or other unmet needs, resources from local partners and community organizations can be accessed through 2-1-1.
Residents needing to report potential landslide activity this week over the Christmas holiday can contact the non-emergency number at 503-655-8211.