Grasshopper Fire Prompts Level 3 Evacuation Order for Mt. Hood Meadows
Mt. Hood Meadows is under a Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation order as the Grasshopper Fire has burned 31,500 acres in Wasco and Hood River counties.
Portland, OR, August 4, 2026 —
A Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation order has been issued for Mt. Hood Meadows as the rapidly expanding Grasshopper Fire continues to spread. The blaze has consumed an estimated 31,500 acres across Wasco and Hood River counties.
The “Go Now” order signifies the most urgent level of evacuation, advising residents and visitors to leave the area immediately due to immediate danger. Details regarding the specific timeline of the order or any potential road closures related to the evacuation were not immediately available.
The Grasshopper Fire’s significant acreage underscores the severity of the situation. The cause of the fire has not been publicly disclosed. Information regarding the resources deployed to combat the fire, including the number of personnel and equipment, was not provided in the summary.
Further updates on the fire’s progression, containment efforts, and the status of the evacuation order are expected as the situation develops. Authorities have not released information on whether any structures have been directly threatened or impacted by the fire at this time.
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