Wildfire Activity In Redmond Prompting Evacuation Level 3 (Go Now) And Level 2 (Get Set) Near Tetherow Rd, Helmholtz Way, And Ivancovich Road (Photo) - 07/04/26
Redmond, Ore. -- Fire crews are responding to active wildfire conditions in the area west of Redmond. Dry weather and shifting winds have contributed to increased fire activity this evening. As a result, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office has announced evacuation levels for areas near Tetherow Rd, Helmholtz Way, and Ivancovich Rd. These levels remain in place to protect residents and allow firefighters access to the area.
LEVEL 3 (GO NOW)
A Level 3 Evacuation (GO NOW) is currently in place for:
- North of Tetherow Rd
- Between Helmholtz Way and Ivancovich Rd
- Aligned with the end of Ivancovich Rd
Residents in this Level 3 zone must evacuate immediately. There is extreme danger. Do not delay gathering belongings.
LEVEL 2 (GET SET)
A Level 2 (GET SET) evacuation area remains in place for:
- South of the Level 3 zone, near NW Maple Ave
- East of the Deschutes River to Helmholtz Way
- Areas west of Ivancovich Rd
Residents in the Level 2 area should remain prepared to leave at a moment’s notice.
Temporary Evacuation Point
A Temporary Evacuation Point has been established at: Highland Baptist Church, 3100 SW Highland Ave, Redmond, OR
Safety Information
- Drive carefully, use headlights, and follow all traffic instructions.
- Do not return to evacuation areas until officials announce it is safe.
- Continue monitoring social media, radio, TV, emergency alerts, and www.deschutes.org/emergency.
- Do not call 911 unless you are experiencing an immediate life‑safety emergency.
Additional updates will be provided as conditions evolve.
