The Hood River County Sheriff’s Office has reduced evacuation levels associated with the Westcliff Fire.  Westcliff Lodge and Charburger have been reduced to Level 2 (Get Set) and are open for business.  The rest of Westcliff Drive between Interstate 84 exit 62 and Ruthton Park was decreased to Level 1 (Be Ready). The Oregon Department of Forestry reports firefighters from the Department of Forestry, Hood River and Mosier have stopped the forward progress of the Westcliff Fire, located northwest of Hood River near Westcliff Drive, between Interstate 84 and the Columbia River. They are working to strengthen the firelines and starting to mop-up fuels near the existing line. The fire was reported just after midnight, spreading from a structure into the wildland. The fire is burning in a rugged area of cliffs, making firefighter access difficult. Steep terrain on the east flank of the fire, with large trees and snags and significant woody material on the ground is a safety concern for firefighters working below as rolling debris moves downslope Resources include structural and wildland engines and structural tenders. Also, a Type 1 helicopter will be dropping water on the difficult east flank of the fire. A Type 3 helicopter will be using a bucket to drop water on hot spots. The Hood River County Sheriff’s Office emphasizes that drones are not allowed in the area with helicopters in the air. Union Pacific has closed the railroad lines north of the fire. Firefighters are working to establish containment lines near the tracks. The fire is estimated at less than 5 acres. Cool temperatures, low wind and increased humidity helped moderate the fire overnight, but rising temperatures and gorge winds could increase fire activity this afternoon. . Updates on evacuations can be found on the Hood River County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.