Chessman Canyon Fire update
By Greg Bartin
The Chessman Canyon Fire in Cedar Breaks National Monument, discovered Sept. 3, was started by lightning from a thunderstorm that passed through the area. The fire is in recommended wilderness in a difficult-to-access location surrounded on three sides by the rock formations for which the monument is famous.
The fire is estimated at 15 acres with moderate fire behavior, including smoldering, creeping, and single-tree torching. The Chessman Canyon Fire will be monitored by fire managers from the rim but will not be suppressed. Due to its location, the fire is currently confined by natural barriers inside the monument and not threatening any monument resources at this time. Fire is a natural part of the ecosystem in this area, and it is being allowed to play its natural role when there are no direct threats to national park resources or visitor safety. To learn more about wildland fire’s role in national parks visit nps.gov/subjects/fire/wildland-fire-subject.htm.
The Chessman Canyon Fire may be visible for several days, or even weeks, as it is allowed to grow and burn itself out. Please do not report this fire.
For more information, please call (435) 772-7847.
Articles related to “Chessman Canyon Fire update”
Public comment sought for newly established regional water conservation goals
High Rocktane performs at final 2019 St. George Concert in the Park
