Evacuation advisories for Wallen Fire lowered to Level 2 (Be Ready)

Evacuation advisories for the Wallen Fire burning near Moscow have been lowered to Level 2 (Be Ready), according to a social media post from the Latah County Sheriff's Office. Those living in the evacuation zone may return to their homes at this time.

"As with any fire, be ready to leave at a moment's notice as fire behavior can change rapidly," the post read. 

Roads will remain closed to through traffic in order to give fire personnel room to work. 

About 50 structures are threatened by the 75-acre fire, which is 0% contained as of Friday evening, according to a social media release from the Idaho Department of Lands. 

The wildfire was first reported at 2:45 p.m. Friday and is burning in grass, brush and timber, according to IDL. 

IDL has 6 engines on scene and 10-12 engines from rural fire departments from both Latah and Whitman County Rural Fire Districts. Clearwater-Potlatch Timber Protective Association and Bennett Lumber are also assisting.