September 28, 2021 9:20 a.m. 

The last remaining fire evacuation notice has been lifted in Douglas County.

Sergeant Brad O’Dell of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office said based on current weather conditions and fire activity, DCSO in consultation with the Devils Knob Complex fire managers made the decision.

O’Dell said lifting of the evacuation notices does not indicate that the fires have been extinguished or that fire season has been declared over, rather the threat to homes in the area has been eliminated to a degree that evacuation orders are no longer necessary. O’Dell said it has been a long summer of fire activity.

O’Dell said as Douglas County enters into the fall and winter seasons, DCSO encourages residents to ensure that they are prepared for winter events and related emergencies by having an emergency plan and kit. Learn more at: www.ready.gov