Evacuation Warnings Lifted for Grasshopper Fire in Mt. Hood Corridor
Evacuation warnings for the Grasshopper fire in the Mt. Hood corridor have been lifted, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office.
Portland, OR, August 20, 2026 —
Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office has announced that evacuation warnings previously in place for the Mt. Hood corridor due to the Grasshopper fire have been lifted.
The decision to rescind the warnings indicates a shift in the immediate threat posed by the wildfire to the communities within the affected area. Further details regarding the current status of the fire and the reasoning behind the lifted warnings were not immediately available.
The Grasshopper fire has been a significant concern in the region, prompting earlier evacuation advisories. The lifting of these warnings suggests that containment efforts may be progressing or that the fire’s behavior has changed in a manner that no longer poses an imminent risk to residences and infrastructure.
Officials from the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office are expected to provide updates as the situation evolves. Residents are advised to remain aware of any further announcements regarding fire activity and safety measures in the Mt. Hood corridor.
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