Evacuation order issued for fire near Carlton and Twisp

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OKANOGAN COUNTY, Wash. – A level 3 immediate evacuation order has been issued by Okanogan County Emergency Management (OCEM) for a fire near State Route 153, milepost 2526, affecting the areas around Carlton and Twisp.

The order was prompted by a fire that began burning close to Taylor Road. Residents are urged to evacuate immediately and remain alert for emergency vehicles in the area. OCEM emphasized not to wait for door-to-door notifications.

Officials are closely monitoring the situation and will provide updates as they become available.

For more information, residents can visit OCEM’s active incident website.


 

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