FIRE NEAR DIAMOND LAKE RESOURCE FORCES LEVEL 3 EVACUATIONS

September 9, 2020 3:50 a.m.

A Level 3 “GO!” evacuation order was issued for all homes, cabins, recreation sites, and the lodge at Diamond Lake Resort just after 1:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Sergeant Brad O’Dell of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said there is a significant wildfire burning in the area.

Early Wednesday danger to the area was said to be imminent and residents and visitors were told to evacuate immediately.