Level 1 Evacuation Advisory Issued For Wildcat Fire Near Upper Cow Creek Road

The Douglas County Sheriff's Office has issued Level 1 “Be Ready” evacuation advisory as a result of the Wildcat Fire burning off of Upper Cow Creek Road. Fire Managers with the U.S. Forest Service have notified the Sheriff's Office that the Wildcat Fire continues to burn and is moving toward some residential areas near Upper Cow Creek Road. Based on this information, the Sheriff's Office is instituting a Level 1 “Be Ready” advisory for the following residences: All homes on Upper Cow Creek Road with addresses starting at 18300 through 20700. Level 1 “Be Ready” means: Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information. This is the time for preparation and precautionary movement of persons with special needs, mobile property and (under certain circumstances) pets and livestock. If conditions worsen, emergency services personnel may contact you via an emergency notification system. Residents can opt in to receive emergency alerts based on their address by registering at www.dcso.com/alerts. An interactive evacuation map can be found at www.dcso.com/evacuations. Information regarding the Wildcat Fire will be released by the U.S. Forest Service.