Tag: Utah wildfires
Firefighting Aircraft Draw Water from Lake Powell
Fire suppression aircraft are drawing water from Lake Powell between buoys 43 and 49 as part of ongoing wildfire operations. Boaters are advised to avoid the area and monitor marine radio channel 16.
France Canyon Fire Update: Transition to Local Management as Containment Reaches...
The France Canyon Fire is now 80% contained at 33,364 acres as management transitions to a local Type 3 team. Forest closures remain in place for public safety.
Forsyth Fire Grows to 13,597 Acres as Crews Focus on Containment...
The Forsyth Fire in Pine Valley, Utah, is now 13,597 acres and 46% contained as of July 4. Fire crews are preparing for critical fire weather and managing hotspots near recreation areas.
France Canyon Fire Update: July 2, 2025
Fire crews continue containment and repair efforts on the France Canyon Fire, now at 64% containment with 33,362 acres affected.
Forsyth Fire Update: July 2, 2025
The Forsyth Fire has reached 13,419 acres and is 42% contained. Crews continue to build containment lines and prepare for unpredictable weather conditions.
When Lightning Strikes Twice (or Weeks Later): The Hidden Risk of...
Lightning strikes can silently smolder underground for days or even weeks before erupting into full-blown wildfires. Learn how these sleeper fires form and what recent incidents across Southern Utah and Northern Arizona reveal.
Forsyth Fire Update
The Forsyth Fire near Pine Valley, Utah has grown to 7,045 acres with 0% containment. Community meetings and ongoing containment strategies are in place as fire crews continue efforts across impacted zones.
Western Edge of France Canyon Fire Remains Active; Red Flag Conditions...
The France Canyon Fire continues to expand northwest under Red Flag conditions, while crews reinforce lines and prepare for a new command team to assume control.
Preventing the Spark: Utah Prepares for Escalated Wildfire Season
Utah officials are bracing for a high-risk wildfire season and are urging residents across the state to exercise Fire Sense. Leaders shared maps, statistics, and safety strategies during a public briefing on May 20 in Salt Lake City.