Beaverhead County Sheriff Declares Stage 1 Evacuations Near Christensen Fire

Due to extensive Fire activity to the west on the Christensen Fire, it is necessary declare

Stage 1 Evacuations in the Following area;

Highway 43 from Mile Marker 35 to the County Line at Mile Marker 41.5. This includes the

residents on Doolittle Creek Road and North Doolittle Creek Road. This Stage 1 Evacuation is

from August 1, 2021 until further notice.

A Deputy from Beaverhead County has been in the area making notifications in regards

to this status change.

STAGE 1-ALERT & WARNING

There is a high probability of the need for evacuation. Law Enforcement

personnel/representatives will attempt to make personal visits to each residence and business in the threatened area. Some residents, primarily those with special health needs or other concerns, should relocate during this stage of evacuation. Please remember that Beaverhead County is under Stager two fire restrictions.