Emergency officials have issued a Level 2 “Be Set” evacuation notice for areas near Blackwell Road in Central Point as firefighters continue battling a rapidly spreading fire fueled by dry vegetation and shifting wind conditions. Residents in the affected area are being urged to remain alert and prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice as crews work aggressively to contain the blaze.
According to local authorities, the fire was first reported earlier in the day after smoke and flames were spotted near a rural section close to Blackwell Road. Firefighters responding to the scene encountered active fire behavior moving through dry brush and vegetation, prompting concerns about potential spread toward nearby homes and properties.
A Level 2 evacuation notice means residents should prepare immediately for possible evacuation by gathering important belongings, medications, pets, and essential documents. Officials emphasized that while evacuation is not yet mandatory, conditions could change rapidly depending on weather and fire activity.
Multiple fire agencies have responded to assist with containment operations, deploying engines, hand crews, and aerial resources where available. Firefighters are focused on building containment lines and protecting structures that may be threatened if the fire continues advancing.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the size of the fire or what may have caused it. Investigators are expected to examine the origin once the immediate danger has been reduced and crews have stabilized conditions on the ground.
Residents in surrounding neighborhoods reported seeing smoke columns rise over the area as emergency vehicles rushed toward the fire zone. Officials are asking the public to avoid the area to ensure firefighters and emergency personnel have clear access to roadways and operational zones.
No injuries or structural losses have been officially reported at this time, though emergency managers continue monitoring the situation closely due to the possibility of changing wind patterns increasing fire activity.
The situation remains active near Blackwell Road, and additional updates are expected as authorities release verified information regarding containment efforts, evacuation levels, and any impacts on nearby communities.