Reardan, WA – Residents in parts of Lincoln County were ordered to evacuate Wednesday evening as the Crescent Road Fire rapidly spread amid high winds and extreme heat.
According to the Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office, Level 3 evacuations — meaning “leave now” — were issued at 7:15 p.m. for areas between Farwell Road and the Spokane River, as well as between McLaughlin Road and State Route 231. Authorities said the fire is burning on top of the cliffs at Whispering Pines and at the base, moving north toward the river, Devils Gap, and Long Lake Road.
The wildfire is active north of Reardan, including Whispering Pines, Crescent Road, and Devils Gap Road. Officials warned the flames were coming over the treeline near Crescent Road and Old Missile Site Road, urging anyone in the vicinity to evacuate immediately.
The sheriff’s office reported that the fire is advancing east in the Devils Gap area toward the Lincoln County–Spokane County line and north toward the river. Roads in these areas are closed, and crews, including air support, are actively battling the blaze.
Law enforcement is asking residents to remain alert and leave without delay if they feel unsafe. They also urged the public to stay clear of the evacuation zones to allow firefighters and emergency personnel to work without obstruction.
“This fire is moving quickly,” the sheriff’s office stated. “Please stay out of the area, allow fire crews and law enforcement to safely do their jobs.”
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