Medford, Oregon- Table Rock Road is currently closed at Vilas Road for southbound traffic and at Biddle Road for northbound traffic due to a fire. Authorities are advising the public to avoid the area.
The fire was initially reported as a structure fire at approximately 12:06 p.m. It has since spread to nearby grasslands, necessitating road closures and a significant response from local fire services.
Jackson County Fire District 3 and the Medford Fire Department are on the scene working to contain the blaze.
Residents and travelers are urged to seek alternative routes and comply with safety advisories.
Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
UPDATE: The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office released the following information: JCSO deputies detained a suspect at the scene of the fire at 12:16 PM. After investigations, JCSO deputies arrested the suspect, Andrew Joseph Ragsdale, 68, of Central Point, for reckless burning, interfering with a firefighter, and unlawful possession of meth. He was booked and lodged in the Jackson County Jail.
Table Rock Road is now open.
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