Travel Alerts for Eugene, Cascades & Coast

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Updated: September 10, 2020

Lane County, Oregon Wildfire Information

Oregon's wildfires are currently impacting the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region. Fire danger is very high right now. Roads, parks and businesses may be closed due to fire and air quality impacts. 

For statewide wildfire information, visit Oregon Wildfire Resources.

Holiday Farm Fire

• Evacuation orders are in effect. Highway 126 is closed in both directions along the McKenzie River.
• All recreation offerings across the Willamette National Forest are currently closed including campgrounds, day use areas, trails, boat ramps and more. Forest Service roads are closed to the public across the Willamette National Forest unless you are vacating. Please avoid the area.
• Visit LaneCounty.org/McKenzieFire for up-to-date alerts and resources.

Sweet Creek Fire

This fire has been contained and evacuations lifted. Roads are open. More information here.

Air Quality & Smoke 

• Current air quality
• Smoke and fire conditions map 

Road Closures

• Oregon Department of Transportation - Tripcheck

Forest Closures & Restrictions

• All Bureau of Land Management developed campgrounds are closed to the public, and dispersed camping is prohibited.
• The Willamette National Forest is closed to all visitors. Forest Service roads are closed to the public.
• The Siuslaw National Forest is temporarily closed due to fire and public safety concerns.

Power Outages

• Lane Electric Outage Map & Status
• EWEB Power Outage Map
• Blachly-Lane Electric Outages
• Emerald People's Utility District Outages

How You Can Help

• On our Wildfire Relief page, you'll find a list of ways to donate time or resources, and local businesses who are donating proceeds of sales.

COVID-19 Health Update

On June 5, Lane County entered Phase 2 of Oregon's planned phased reopening. This allowed some additional businesses, like movie theaters and bowling alleys, and some recreational centers, like ball courts and swimming pools, to reopen if they meet safety guidelines set by the state.

Face covering requirements

Masks are currently required in all indoor public spaces and in outdoor spaces where maintaining social distance is challenging.

Outdoor recreation

Some state and local parks remain closed. Follow our guide to what's open at local parks and trails and check with the agency managing the outdoor space you'd like to visit for the most up-to-date information:

• Willamette National Forest 
• Umpqua National Forest
• Siuslaw National Forest
• Oregon State Parks

We urge everyone to take protective measures against COVID-19 by frequently washing your hands, staying home if you feel unwell and covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow when you cough or sneeze. 

For daily updates from local, state and federal health agencies, please visit the following sources:

• Lane County Coronavirus information
• Oregon Health Authority Coronavirus information
• Travel Oregon Travel Alerts
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Coronavirus information

Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center

We're available to answer visitor questions and provide assistance in-person or by phone, Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Stop by or give us a call at 541.484.5307. 

Finally, please remember that viruses don't discriminate. The coronavirus impacts all people regardless of geographical origin, ethnicity or racial background.

Be Prepared & Know What to Do

Lane County's resources for how to prepare and what to do in an emergency.

• Wildfires
• Severe storm
• Flood hazards
• Tsunami
• Earthquake
• Health-related scenarios
• Civil Emergencies

We care about the safety and well being of our residents and visitors. During an emergency, conditions and information may change rapidly. Please sign up for emergency alerts with Lane County's emergency response agencies. This service addresses severe weather, fire, flooding, hazardous materials, evacuations, civil danger and missing persons.