Mandatory Evacuation Order Issued for Wawona Due to Yosemite South Fork Fire Details Last Updated: Saturday, 19 August 2017 11:25 Published: Saturday, 19 August 2017 11:23 View Comments August 19, 2017 - Yosemite South Fork Fire has caused a a Mandatory Evacuation Order to be issued for Wawona. Evacuation order is for all areas east of Highway 41 along Chilnualna Falls Rd. and Forest Dr., including the Big Trees Lodge. Residents and visitors must vacate by 4:00 PM today. Red Cross Shelter at Tenaya Lodge.VLAT on Friday View the discussion thread. back to top