Emergency manager outlines county evacuation framework and Bend-specific planning steps

Oct 5, 2026

Carrie Carl described a county evacuation framework with a Bend addendum, pinch-point analysis, signal timing coordination, and pilot tabletop/drill options; staff said a draft template was targeted for June 30 and encouraged residents to sign up for Deschutes alerts.

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Carrie Carl, Bend's director of risk and emergency management, told neighborhood volunteers the city is coordinating with Deschutes County and state partners on an evacuation framework that will include a Bend-focused addendum for local pinch points and routes.

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