GRAB YOUR BAGS: 'GO' evacuation ordered for Custer County residents

UPDATE: The Wapiti fire displayed extreme fire behavior on Friday. Fire officials say the blaze is now over 45,000 acres in size, and has crossed to the north side of Highway 21.
On the west side of the fire, crews are working around the clock to protect structures. Fireline is in place around structures, while hoses, pumps and sprinkler systems have been deployed.

Highway 21 remains closed between Scenic View Dr. and Stanley.

The Custer County Sheriff's Office has ordered a 'GO' evacuation order for zone 1. Zone 2 is in a 'SET' status, and zone 3 has been placed in the 'READY' status.

A community meeting will be held on Sunday, Aug. 25 at the Stanley Community Building at 6 PM.

UPDATE: The Red Cross of Idaho and East Oregon and its partners have opened a shelter in Stanley for people displaced by the Wapiti Fire in Custer and Boise counties. The shelter is at the Stanley Community Center, 510 Eva Falls Ave. It provides a safe place to stay, meals, information, emotional support, and access to other resources.

Anyone can use the shelter, regardless of nationality or citizenship. All services are free, and no reservations are needed.

UPDATE: Stanley Zone 1 has now been ordered to evacuate due to the growth of the Wapiti Fire. The map below shows which areas are subject to the order at this time.

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The Wapiti Fire has grown to 35,631 acres and has spread east to Stanley Lake triggering preparations for an evacuation order in Stanley Zone 1.

The growing fire recently prompted highway closures on both Highway 17 and Highway 21. Highway 17 is closed from milepost 14 to Lowman, close to hot springs campground. Highway 21 is closed from milepost 84 to Stanley.

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Residents in the area should prepare to evacuate if ordered by the Custer County Sheriff's Office . If you feel you are in danger, do not wait for an evacuation order. That evacuation order could come by 10 a.m. on August 23.