http://inciweb.org/state/46/Latest articles for incidents in UTAHFri, 09 Jan 2009 17:49:57 -06:00en-ushttp://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/1537/8176/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/1537/8176/ COTTONWOOD, INTAKE &BOY SCOUT CAMPGROUNDSARE CLOSED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICEfor public health and safety due to do possible mudslides and flash flooding after the Little Bald MountainFri, 12 Sep 2008 12:06:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8080/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8080/STATUS Estimated Acres Burned: 425Estimated Percent Contained: To Be Determined Expected Full Containment: To Be Determined Cause: Lightning Date Started: August 25, 2008 Structures Threatened: None RESOURCESEngines: 0 Helicopters: 1Dozers: 0 Water Tenders: 0 Total Resources Assigned: 22Current Situation: The fire is located approximately three miles north of the Utah temporary visitor's center on the Dinosaur National Monument. Fire growth was minimal yesterday. Firefighters observed very little activity on the North and South. The fire is mainly burning in Ponderosa Pine on the east side, with some grass and juniper on the west side. The forecast calls for a weather system with the potential for cooler temperatures, high winds, and rainfall to move into the area late Saturday or Sunday. Today's Objectives: Firefighters will work on the north and west flanks of the fire to stop movement to the north and west. The fire is burning entirely within the Dinosaur National Monument...Sat, 30 Aug 2008 09:30:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8059/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8059/With a lightning strike on August 25th, fire changes the face of Split Mountain; for the better "Fire resets the clock," according to Dinosaur National Monument botanist Tamara Naumann. Historically, fire has brushed Split Mountain every 20 to 200 years. With each sweep, the land has a fresh start by renewing plant communities and habitat for wildlife. With the first rains following the fire, native grasses will begin to emerge, attracting wildlife to the tender shoots as they prepare for winter. Wildlife will typically benefit from open grassland for several decades after a fire before the area transitions into a sage community. On Split Mountain, the main weed threat is Cheat Grass and firefighters are working to limit the spread of this invasive species through the use of minimum impact suppression techniques that reduce soil disturbance. Noxious weeds exist throughout the basin and about 200 acres were treated within Dinosaur National Monument in 2007.Dinosaur National...Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:45:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8058/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8058/STATUS Estimated Acres Burned: 420Estimated Percent Contained: To Be Determined Expected Full Containment: To Be Determined Cause: Lightning Date Started: August 25, 2008 Structures Threatened: None RESOURCESEngines: 0 Helicopters: 1Dozers: 0 Water Tenders: 0 Total Resources Assigned: 26Current Situation: The fire is located approximately three miles north of the Utah temporary visitor's center on the Dinosaur National Monument. Fire growth was minimal yesterday. Firefighters observed very little activity on the North and South. The fire continues to burn in grass, sage, and juniper in most of the area, with some Ponderosa Pine on the East side. The forecast calls for a weather system with the potential for cooler temperatures, high winds, and rainfall to move into the area late Saturday or Sunday. Today's Objectives: Firefighters and one helicopter will work on the north and western flanks of the fire to stop movement to the north and west. The fire is burning entirely within...Fri, 29 Aug 2008 09:30:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8052/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8052/STATUS Estimated Acres Burned: 420 Estimated Percent Contained: To Be Determined Expected Full Containment: To Be Determined Cause: Lightning Date Started: August 25, 2008 Structures Threatened: None RESOURCESEngines: 0Helicopters: 1Dozers: 0 Water Tenders: 0Total Resources Assigned: 13 Current Situation: The fire is located approximately three miles north of the Utah temporary visitor's center on the Dinosaur National Monument. Fire behavior was minimal during the night and was limited to creeping, smoldering, and single tree and limited group tree torching in juniper, grass and sage. Today's Objectives: Firefighters and one helicopter will work on the north and western flanks of the fire today to stop movement to the north and west. The fire is burning entirely within the Dinosaur National Monument boundaries. Minimum impact management techniques are being used to contain and confine the fire within the boundaries of the Monument. Area Closures: NoneEvacuations: There are...Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1505/8053/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1505/8053/US FOREST SERVICE SALT LAKE UNIFIED FIRE Contact: Kim Osborn (801) 710-3664 Kathy Jo Pollock (801) 558-8016 CORNER CANYON FIRE UPDATE Salt Lake City, August 28, 2008 - The Corner Canyon fire has burned 808 acres of Forest Service and private land above Draper City. It is burning in brush and mixed conifer with minimal fire activity yesterday due to cooler temperatures and higher humidity. The fire is currently 75% contained. The incident fire management team is anticipating 100% containment by 9 p.m. today. The U.S. Forest Service and Salt Lake Unified Fire Authority are managing the fire incident under a unified command. There are currently 179 personnel assigned to the fire. On the north side of the fire, crews will be using helicopter bucket support to suppress hot spots. Crews will also be mopping up on the west edge of the fire and cold trailing on the south side. Line construction will continue today by crews on the east side of the fire to meet the objective of full...Thu, 28 Aug 2008 10:45:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8037/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8037/Split Top 1 made an easterly run along the top of Split Mountain yesterday, growing to between 70-100 acres in size. The fire is still burning within expected and defined areas.Split Top 2 did not show much growth and was only estimated to be about a quarter acre in size Tuesday evening. Split Top 3 was not showing any activity.Visitors can expect to see smoke this afternoon, but the fires are not expected to grow as much today due to lighter winds compared to Tuesday. Firefighters will continue to monitor all three fires, keeping firefighter and public safety asWed, 27 Aug 2008 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1505/8042/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1505/8042/NEWS RELEASEUS FOREST SERVICE SALT LAKE UNIFIED FIRE Contact: Kim Osborn (801) 710-366 Kathy Jo Pollock (801) 558-8016 CORNER CANYON FIRE UPDATE August 27, 2008 Salt Lake City, August 27, 2008 - The Corner Canyon fire has burned 808 acres of Forest Service and private land above Draper City. It is burning in brush and mixed conifer with minimal fire activity yesterday due to cooler temperatures and higher humidity. The fire is currently 35% contained. The incident fire management team is anticipating 100% by 9 p.m. on Thursday, August 28, 2008. The U.S. Forest Service and Salt Lake Unified Fire Authority are managing the fire incident under a unified command. There are currently 187 personnel assigned to the fire. A total of four hand crews were transported by helicopter to the fire yesterday. Two of the crews camped out on the mountain last night. An additional two crews are expected to join the effort on the mountain today, building containment line. There are three helicopters on...Wed, 27 Aug 2008 08:30:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8036/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1503/8036/Last night's storms resulted in three lightning caused fires on Split Mountain within the boundaries of Dinosaur National Monument.The three fires, named Split Top 1, 2 and 3, are located in a remote area about seven miles north of Jensen, Utah. Firefights are managing Split Top 1 and 2 by keeping the fire confined to a specified area, which will create a mosaic of vegetation in the landscape and improve wildlife habitat. Currently, Split Top 1 is approximately a quarter acre and Split Top 2 is approximately a tenth of an acre. Two firefighters suppressed the Split Top 3 fire last night since it was burning in the Monument, but near the boundary with the Bureau of Land Management. Projections based on current fire weather indicate that the Split Top 1 and Split Top 2 fires could grow together and possibly reach an approximate size of 200 acres over the next several days. Split Top 3 is expected to be 100% controlled later today. All Split Top fires will continue to be monitored...Tue, 26 Aug 2008 12:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1505/8041/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1505/8041/CORNER CANYON FIRE UPDATE Salt Lake City, August 26, 2008 - The Corner Canyon Fire began at 12:15 PM yesterday. The fire has burned an estimated 600 acres of Forest Service land above Draper City. It's burning in grass and brush and moving east up hill away from structures. There is no expected containment or control for today. The U.S. Forest Service and Salt Lake Unified Fire Authority are managing the fire incident under a unified command.There are currently 144 firefighters working the fire. United Fire Authority, Forest Service, Sandy City, Murray City, Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands, South Jordan and Midvale city have provided a total of 15 engines. Two handcrews will begin work today with an additional four joining the effort throughout the day. There are three helicopters on site including one Type I helicopter capable of carrying 2,000 gallons of water. Two Heavy air tankers and 2 Single Engine Air Tankers (SEAT) are also providing suppression support.A...Tue, 26 Aug 2008 08:30:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8175/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8175/Contact: Kathy Jo Pollock (801) 558-8016 LITTLE BALD MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE Grantsville, Utah - August 12, 2008 - Fire activity on the Little Bald Mountain fire has been minimal. An engine crew will continue to patrol the canyon through Sunday, August 17th and extinguish any hotspots that exist near the fireline. The fire will then be monitored by air at least once a week until declared out. The lightning caused Little Bald Mountain fire located in South Willow Canyon in the Stansbury Mountains near Grantsville was accurately mapped at 502 acres and is 95% contained. Smoke may be visible by individuals as they recreate in the area until the fire receives significant moisture and can be declared out. Box Elder, North Willow and South Willow Canyons including Upper and Lower Narrow campgrounds and Loop campground are open as of noon, August 12, 2008. Cottonwood, Intake and Boy Scout Campgrounds will remain closed until further notice for public health and safety due to possible mudslides...Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:58:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8169/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8169/For Immediate ReleaseContact: Kathy Jo PollockPhone: 801-558-8016FOREST SERVICE BATTLES FIRE IN STANSBURY MOUNTAINS Provo, Utah - August 1, 2008 - A fire burning in South Willow Canyon, in the Stansbury Mountains near Grantsville, has burned approximately 400 acres. The lightning-caused fire began yesterday and is burning in heavy timber, and steep, rocky terrain. Four 20-person crews, three helicopters, and engines from the Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management are currently assigned to the Little Bald Mountain fire. The road, campgrounds, and trail heads in South Willow Canyon are closed for public safety and to allow access for fire suppression equipment. The wildfire is currently threatening the campgrounds in the upper part of the canyon. The nearest residences are 2 1/2 miles from the fire and are not threatened. For additional information, visitTue, 12 Aug 2008 11:32:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8174/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8174/Date: August 7, 2008 LITTLE BALD MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE Grantsville, Utah - The lightning caused Little Bald Mountain fire has been mapped at 558 acres and estimated to be 80% contained. Full containment of the fire is not expected for 15 to 20 days, primarily due to the steep, rugged and inaccessible terrain on the west flank of the fire. However, natural barriers exist that will prevent fire spread to the north, west, and south. The fire is located in South Willow Canyon in the Stansbury Mountains near Grantsville. Yesterday, the fire continued to creep and smolder into the Deseret Peak Wilderness. The fire crews made excellent progress on the fire due to their hard work and cooler tempatures. Today, the fire crews are still battling steep, rocky terrain but continue to mop-up and secure the perimeter, especially in the South Willow Canyon and southwest corner of the fire. On portions of the fire, rehabilitation efforts are being initiated. The Incident Management Team will transfer...Thu, 07 Aug 2008 11:54:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8173/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8173/Date: August 6, 2008 LITTLE BALD MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE Grantsville, Utah - The lightning caused Little Bald Mountain fire is approximately 513 acres and estimated to be 75% contained. The fire is located in South Willow Canyon in the Stansbury Mountains near Grantsville. .Yesterday, the fire slowly continued to back down hill towards the South Willow Canyon road and continued to smolder in brush and under story with single tree torching. Today, Mike Wilde's Type 2 Incident Management Team is assisting with the management of the fire. The fire crews are battling steep, rocky terrain but continue to strengthen existing fire lines while putting out hot spots and cold trailing. At this time, the threat to residences is minimal.Resources assigned: Eight 20 person crews, 4 helicopters, 6 engines, and 1 water tender, for a total of 244 personnel, are currently assigned to the fire.Closures - Box Elder Canyon, South Willow Canyon, North Willow Canyon, and campgrounds in those areas are...Wed, 06 Aug 2008 11:40:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8172/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8172/ Contact: Kathy Jo Pollock (801) 558-8016 or Kim Osborn (801) 710-3664 LITTLE BALD MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE Grantsville, Utah - August 4, 2008 - The lightning caused Little Bald Mountain fire is approximately 513 acres and estimated to be 25% contained. The fire is located in South Willow Canyon in the Stansbury Mountains near Grantsville. The fire started July 31, 2008 and is burning in heavy timber and steep rocky terrain. Yesterday, the fire slowly continued to back down hill towards the South Willow Canyon road. The fire was active with some single tree torching and areas of smoldering brush and understory. Crews were able to tie division W hand line into the back side of division A. Today, crews will strengthen existing fire lines while putting out hot spots and cold trailing. All engines will be patrolling fires edge on the road and working any areas with potential fire spread or spotting. One medium helicopter and one sky cranes will continue to support crews with water drops and...Mon, 04 Aug 2008 11:38:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8171/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8171/ Contact: Kathy Jo Pollock (801) 558-8016 or Kim Osborn (801) 710-3664 LITTLE BALD MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE Grantsville, Utah - August 3, 2008 - The lightning caused Little Bald Mountain fire is approximately 513 acres and estimated to be 15% contained. The fire is located in South Willow Canyon in the Stansbury Mountains near Grantsville. The fire started July 31, 2008 and is burning in heavy timber and steep rocky terrain. Yesterday, the fire slowly backed down hill towards the South Willow Canyon road. Some torching and small fire runs where observed throughout the day. Today, crews will strengthen existing fire lines while continuing to construct fire line along the ridge tops. Engines will be supported by hand crews along South Willow Canyon road. Two medium helicopters and one sky crane continue to support crews with water drops and supply needs. For effectiveness, four hand crews will spike out tonight on the fire line. Portions of the fire are located within the Deseret Peak...Sun, 03 Aug 2008 11:36:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8170/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/1537/8170/ Contact: Kathy Jo Pollock (801) 558-8016 or Kim Osborn (801) 710-3664LITTLE BALD MOUNTAIN FIRE UPDATE Grantsville, Utah - August 2, 2008 - The lightning caused Little Bald Mountain fire is approximately 513 acres. The fire is located in South Willow Canyon in the Stansbury Mountains near Grantsville. The fire started July 31, 2008 and is burning in heavy timber and steep rocky terrain. Eight 20 person crews, three helicopters, and 13 engines are currently assigned to the fire. Overnight, the fire slowly backed down hill towards the South Willow Canyon road. Crews today will continue to construct hand lines throughout the day and will be supported by two medium helicopters and one sky crane. Portions of the fire are located within the Deseret Peak Wilderness and are being managed by MIST (Minimum Impact Suppression Tactics) to minimize environmental damage. Closures - Box Elder Canyon, South Willow Canyon, and North Willow Canyon are closed for public safety and to allow access for...Sat, 02 Aug 2008 11:34:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4616/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4616/Location: The fire started July 19 five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage: 25,456 acres (Sanpete County: 10,566 acres + Juab County 14,890 acres)Estimated Containment:90 percent (expected containment date - 07/29/07)Estimated Costs to Date: $3,844,552Resources on Fire: helicopters 1; engines 29; bulldozers 6; water tenders 7; hand crews 5Total Personnel on Fire: 398Cooperator Information: USDA Forest Service, State of Utah, Utah DNR, Utah Highway Patrol, Bureau of Land Management, Juab County, Sanpete County, Utah CountyEvacuation: noneRoad Closures: State Route 132 is open. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. The Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway is closed from the intersection of the Loop Road with the Santaquin Canyon Road and south to Salt Creek Canyon. The...Sun, 29 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4587/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4587/Location: The fire started July 19 five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage: 25,456 acres (Sanpete County: 10,566 acres + Juab County 14,890 acres)Estimated Containment:50 percentEstimated Costs to Date: $3,540,263 Resources on Fire: helicopters 2; engines 52; bulldozers 6; water tenders 13; hand crews 5Total Personnel on Fire: 465Cooperator Information: USDA Forest Service, State of Utah, Utah DNR, Utah Highway Patrol, Bureau of Land Management, Juab County, Sanpete County, Utah CountyEvacuation: noneRoad Closures: State Route 132 is open. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. The Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway is closed from the intersection of the Loop Road with the Santaquin Canyon Road and south to Salt Creek Canyon. The Nebo Loop is open from Payson to the...Sat, 28 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4589/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4589/For additional information, visitSat, 28 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4548/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4548/Location: The fire started July 19 five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage: 25,456 acres (Sanpete County: 10,566 acres + Juab County 14,890 acres)Estimated Containment:50 percentEstimated Costs to Date: $2,325,830Resources on Fire: helicopters 4; engines 37; bulldozers 10; water tenders 11; hand crews 5Total Personnel on Fire: 467Cooperator Information: USDA Forest Service, State of Utah, Utah DNR, Utah Highway Patrol, Bureau of Land Management, Juab County, Sanpete County, Utah CountyStructures Threatened: Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, Indianola, Fountain GreenEvacuation: noneRoad Closures: State Route 132 is open. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. The Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway is closed from the intersection of the Loop Road...Fri, 27 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4536/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4536/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office 160 N Main Manti, Utah 84642 (435) 835-2191 Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASESALT CREEK FIRE (final update pending any new circumstances) July 26, 20073:00 p.m.The Sanpete County Sheriff's Office has shutdown their remote command center operations and the mobile command post has been returned to Manti. Some road closure signs have been moved to Big Hollow and Water Hollow Roads to inform the public that the roads are open for property owners only. The Utah Department of Transportation portable signs have been removed as well as the portable restroom facilities. We are also in the process of cleaning and returning equipment. There are no current evacuations and property owners have been allowed back in to the areas previously evacuated in the Indianola Valley and Holiday Oaks. The Utah Highway Patrol has been asked to patrol Highway 89 and the Sanpete County Sheriff's Office has increased its patrols in the Indianola area. The Sanpete...Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4612/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4612/The Sanpete County Sheriff's Office has been in close communication with fire officials and has made the decision to allow property owners back in to the evacuated areas; Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge and Mt. Baldy Estates, effective July 26 at 8:15am. Fire crews have been making progress containing the fire and recent weather conditions have helped lessen the threat of the fire to these areas. There was no damage to these previously evacuated areas. The Sheriff's Office is appreciative for the tremendous efforts of all the firefighters, including the volunteers, fighting the fire from the air and on the ground. We also thank the citizens in the evacuated areas for their cooperation.The Sanpete County Sheriff's Officelifted the mandatory evacuation order for Holiday Oaks, effective July 24 at noon. We want to remind everyone that fire behavior can change at any time. Thunderstorms with lightning can produce new fires quickly. Sudden wind changes can send the fire in...Thu, 26 Jul 2007 11:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4551/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4551/Location: The fire started July 19 five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage: 23,644 acres (Sanpete County: 9,707 acres + Juab County 13,937 acres)Estimated Containment: 35 percentEstimated Costs to Date: $2,325,830Resources on Fire: helicopters 3; engines 39; bulldozers 11; water tenders 12; hand crews 6Total Personnel on Fire: 638Cooperator Information: USDA Forest Service, State of Utah, Utah DNR, Utah Highway Patrol, Bureau of Land Management, Juab County, Sanpete County, Utah CountyStructures Threatened: Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, Indianola, Fountain GreenEvacuation: Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk RidgeRoad Closures: State Route 132 is open. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. The Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway is closed from the...Thu, 26 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4516/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4516/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office160 N MainManti, Utah 84642(435) 835-2191Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASEMedia Contact: Lt. Robert BraithwaitePhone: 435-427-0542 (Please call back if no answer, thanks) SALT CREEK FIREJuly 26, 20078:15 a.m.The Sanpete County Sheriff's Office has been in close communication with fire officials and has made the decision to allow property owners back in to the evacuated areas; Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge and Mt. Baldy Estates. Fire crews have been making progress containing the fire and recent weather conditions have helped lessen the threat of the fire to these areas.There was no damage to these previously evacuated areas. The Sheriff's Office is appreciative for the tremendous efforts of all the firefighters, including the volunteers, fighting the fire from the air and on the ground. We also thank the citizens in the evacuated areas for their cooperation.We want to remind everyone that fire behavior can change at any time....Thu, 26 Jul 2007 08:15:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4537/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4537/The following is an updated assessment of structures destroyed on July 19: (2) Residence: 2 destroyed mobile homes (at Holiday Oaks) Residences are homes, including mobile homes that are not on wheels. (3) Commercial Property: 1 rental cabin (at private campground)1 campground office (at private campground)1 laundry/game room (at private campground)Commercial property includes buildings related to a business that are used to conduct that business. (12) Outbuilding/Other:7 camper trailers (at private campground)1 motor home (at private campground)2 storage sheds (at private campground)2 camper trailers (at separate locations on the Mt. Nebo Scenic Loop)Outbuilding/Other category includes camper trailers, motor homes and storage sheds.Wed, 25 Jul 2007 19:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4500/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4500/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office160 N MainManti, Utah 84642(435) 835-2191Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASEMedia Contact:Lt. Robert BraithwaitePhone: 435-427-0542 (Please call back if no answer, thanks) 435-851-1525 (after 8pm)SALT CREEK FIREJuly 25, 20073:00 p.m.Sanpete County Sheriff Kevin Holman, Mark Ruggiero (Incident Commander for the Red Team Fire Command), Tom Peterson (Sanpete County Fire Warden), Kent Higgins (Indianola Fire Chief) and the Sanpete County Planning Group all agreed that for the safety of the citizens and land owners of Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, and Mt. Baldy Estates, these areas should remain evacuated until further notice."I agree with the command structure about the evacuation, following the command structure is the best way to get the fire out," said Chief Higgins from the Indianola Fire Department.We want to remind everyone that fire behavior can change at any time. Thunderstorms with lightning can produce new fires quickly. Please DO NOT...Wed, 25 Jul 2007 15:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4491/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4491/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office160 N MainManti, Utah 84642(435) 835-2191Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASEMedia Contact:Lt. Robert BraithwaitePhone: 435-427-0542 (Please call again if not answered first time)SALT CREEK FIREJuly 25, 200710:00 a.m.The Sanpete County Sheriff got an aerial view of the Salt Creek Fire this morning with the help of the Utah Department of Public Safety helicopter. It was a valuable opportunity to know exactly where the fire has burned and the current potential threatened areas. We want to remind everyone that fire behavior can change at any time. Thunderstorms with lightning can produce new fires quickly. It's critical that everyone stay tuned to KMTI AM 650 for any emergency information and please heed the instructions of local law enforcement.Current evacuations for Sanpete County: ·Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, Mt. Baldy Estates ·It is estimated that approximately 200 people have been evacuated, including 36 primary...Wed, 25 Jul 2007 10:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4488/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4488/Location: The fire started July 19 five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage: 21,377 acres (Sanpete County: 7,440 acres + Juab County 13,937 acres)Estimated Containment: 25 percentEstimated Costs to Date: $1,460,580Resources on Fire: helicopters 3; engines 32; bulldozers 10; water tenders 10; hand crews 6Total Personnel on Fire: 452Cooperator Information: USDA Forest Service, State of Utah, Utah DNR, Utah Highway Patrol, Bureau of Land Management, Juab County, Sanpete County, Utah CountyStructures Threatened: Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, Indianola, Fountain GreenEvacuation: Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk RidgeRoad Closures: State Route 132 is open. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. The Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway is closed from the...Wed, 25 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4433/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4433/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office160 N MainManti, Utah 84642(435) 835-2191Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASEMedia Contact:Lt. Robert BraithwaitePhone: 435-427-0542 or 435-851-1525SALT CREEK FIREJuly 24, 2007NoonThe Sanpete County Sheriff's Office has lifted the mandatory evacuation order for Holiday Oaks. However, as we have seen in recent days fire conditions can change at any time. We encourage people in the Holiday Oaks area to be ready and prepared to leave if conditions change and an evacuation is necessary. Fire behavior cannot be predicted. Thunderstorms with lightning can produce new fires quickly. It's critical that everyone stay tuned to KMTI AM 650 for any emergency information and please heed the instructions of local law enforcement.Media Availability 2:00 p.m. today: There will be a press briefing regarding the opening of Holiday Oaks. All media need to stage at the gravel pit along State Road 132, south side, about one mile north of Fountain Green. Media will...Tue, 24 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4503/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4503/The Uinta and the Manti La-Sal National Forests have implemented emergency fire closures on portions of the National Forests north and south of State Route132 in the vicinity of the fire. Road and trails affected: Uinta National Forest - Nebo Creek Rd (Forest Rd (FR #045), Nebo Loop Rd (FR #015), and trails on the south end of the Nebo including 106, 084, 130 and all other wilderness trailheads will be closed. Manti-La Sal National Forest - Rocky Ridge Canyon Rd (Forest Rd (FR #154), Log Hollow Rd (FR #069), and Red Cliff Rd (FR #127) will beTue, 24 Jul 2007 12:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4425/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4425/Location: The fire started July 19 five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage: 21,251 acres (Sanpete County: 7,314 acres + Juab County: 13,892 acres)Estimated Containment: 20 percentEstimated Costs to Date: $914,079Resources on Fire: helicopters 2; engines 30; bulldozers 4; water tenders 9; hand crews 4Total Personnel on Fire: 385Cooperator Information: USDA Forest Service, State of Utah, Utah DNR, Utah Highway Patrol, Bureau of Land Management, Juab County, Sanpete County, Utah CountyStructures Threatened: Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, Indianola, Fountain GreenEvacuation: Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk RidgeRoad Closures: State Road 132 will open at 9:00 a.m. today. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. The Nebo Loop National...Tue, 24 Jul 2007 11:55:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4438/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4438/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office160 N MainManti, Utah 84642(435) 835-2191Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASEMedia Contact:Lt. Robert BraithwaitePhone: 435-427-0542, 435-427-5425, 435-427-5426SALT CREEK FIREJuly 24, 200710:00 a.m.State Road 132 is now open. Drivers are reminded not to stop along roadways, to slow down and obey posted speed limits, and to watch for emergency vehicles and firefighters working in the area. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Elk Ridge and Indian Ridge are still evacuated at this time until further notice. Current evacuations for Sanpete County: ·Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge ·It is estimated that approximately 200 people have been evacuated, including 36 primary residences in the evacuation area. These structures include trailers, trailer parking spots, summer homes, cabins, etc. ·Some property owners have been allowed to return briefly with an escort to gather some...Tue, 24 Jul 2007 10:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4408/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4408/State Road 132 will be opened to through traffic only at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 24th as long as conditions remain the same and the containment progress of the fire continues. Drivers are reminded not to stop along roadways, to slow down and obey posted speed limits, and to watch for emergency vechicles and firefighters working in the area. This decision was made in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies and fire personnel. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed . Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Elk Ridge and Indian Ridge are still evacuated at this time until further notice.Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:30:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4405/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4405/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office160 N MainManti, Utah 84642(435) 835-2191Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASEMedia Contact:Lt. Robert BraithwaitePhone: 435-427-0542 (no message) or 435-851-1525 (message capable)SALT CREEK FIREJuly 23, 20075:30 p.m.State Road 132 will be opened at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 24th as long as conditions remain the same and the containment progress of the fire continues. This decision was made in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies and fire personnel. Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road remain closed. Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Elk Ridge and Indian Ridge are still evacuated at this time until further notice. Current evacuations for Sanpete County: ·Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge ·It is estimated that approximately 200 people have been evacuated, including 36 primary residences in the evacuation area. These structures include trailers, trailer parking spots, summer homes, cabins, etc. ·Some property...Mon, 23 Jul 2007 17:30:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4397/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4397/Sanpete County Sheriff's Office160 N MainManti, Utah 84642(435) 835-2191Sheriff Kevin G. HolmanNEWS RELEASEJuly 23, 200710:00 a.m.Current evacuations for Sanpete County: ·Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge ·It is estimated that approximately 200 people have been evacuated, including 36 primary residences in the evacuation area. These structures include trailers, trailer parking spots, summer homes, cabins, etc. Current road closures in Sanpete County: ·State Road 132 through Salt Creek Canyon remains closed. The closure begins on the north end of Fountain Green and ends at the entrance to Nephi Canyon. ·Big Hollow Road and Water Hollow Road are closed. ·It is unknown when these closures will be lifted. Safety is a top priority for the Sheriff's Office and fire command. Current Shelter Information:·The Red Cross has opened a shelter at the North Sanpete High School in Mt. Pleasant, 390 East 700 South. ·As of 10:00...Mon, 23 Jul 2007 10:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4381/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4381/Salt Creek Fire, Fire Update, July 23, 2007, 9:00 a.m.Fire Information: (435) 623-1605For More Information Visit http://www.inciweb.org/, http://www.utahfireinfo.gov/, http://www.nifc.gov/Southern Area Incident Management Team Location - The fire started July 19 five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage - 18,502 acres (Sanpete County: BLM = 1,644; Manti-Lasal NF = 88; Uinta NF = 0; Private = 2,878; Total = 4,610; Juab County: BLM = 684; Manti-Lasal =1,240; Uinta NF = 7,523; State = 3,509; Private = 936; Total = 13,892)Estimated Costs to Date - $350,000Resources on Fire - helicopters 1; engines 13; bulldozers 4; water tenders 7; hand crews 3Total Personnel on Fire - 247Cooperators - USDA Forest Service, State of Utah, Utah Department of Natural Resources, Utah Highway...Mon, 23 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4331/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4331/Current Evacuations - Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk RidgeRoad Closures - State Highway 132 through Salt Creek Canyon remains closed. The Nebo Loop National Scenic Byway is closed from the intersection of the Loop Road with the Santaquin Canyon Road and south to Salt Creek Canyon. The Nebo Loop is open from Payson to the intersection with the Santaquin Canyon Road. That includes Blackhawk and Payson Lakes Campground and Maple Dell Boy Scout Camp. Santaquin Canyon is open and includes Tinney Flat Campground and Camp Koholowo. Additional closures areSun, 22 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4332/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4332/Fire restrictions remain in place. No campfires are allowed on any lands in Utah outside of developed, designated campgrounds. Barbeques and charcoal are prohibited. Propane stoves are permitted. Vegetation remains very dry, and everyone is encouraged to be very careful with any potential ignition sources.Sun, 22 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4333/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/860/4333/Clear a defensible space at least 30 feet on all sides of the structure. Remove needles and leaves from your home's roof and rain gutters. Rake and remove flammable debris from around your home and out-buildings. Pile this material at least 30 feet away from your home. Remove flammable materials from wooden decks or walkways. Move firewood at least 30 feet away from your home. Detach the section of wooden fence attached to your home. Move flammable deck furniture 30 feet away from your house. Cover all vents with a fine mesh screen. Remove flammable materials around any propane, oil or fuel tanks. For more information visit www.utahfireinfo.govorSun, 22 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4334/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4334/Salt Creek Fire,Fire Update,July 22, 2007,9:00 a.m.Fire Information: (435) 623-1605For More Information Visit http://www.inciweb.org/, http://www.utahfireinfo.gov/, http://www.nifc.gov/Southern Area Incident Management Team Location - The fire started five miles east of Nephi, UT along State Route 132. The fire then burned north and south of the highway. The fire has also spread to the northeast in the direction of Indianola Valley. The fire is located in Juab and Sanpete Counties.Estimated Acreage - 18,000 acresDate Started - July 19, 2007Estimated Costs to Date - $950,000Resources on Fire - helicopters 1; engines 19; bulldozers 2; water tenders 5; hand crews 1Total Personnel on Fire - 142Cooperators - USDA Forest Service, Utah State, Bureau of Land Management, Juab County, Sanpete County, Bureau of Indian AffairsStructures Threatened - Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, Indianola, Fountain GreenEvacuations - Holiday Oaks, Oaker Hills, Indian Ridge, Elk RidgeRoad...Sun, 22 Jul 2007 09:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4340/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/860/4340/DENVER, Colo. -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) this evening authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the Salt Creek Fire. The fire is threatening approximately 125 homes in Holiday Oaks and surrounding subdivisions, has destroyed one home, and damaged the main water line to Nephi. The communities of Thousand Oaks and Indianola Valley are on standby for possible evacuation.FEMA Director David Paulison approved Utah's request for a federal Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) at 6 p.m. this evening, less than two hours after receiving a request from the state. According to the state's request the fire had burned approximately 14,000 acres and fire fighters were battling the blaze on private, state and BLM land. The authorization makes FEMA funding available to pay 75 percent of the state's eligible firefighting costs under an approved grant for managing, mitigating and controlling...Sat, 21 Jul 2007 21:00:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/803/4054/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/803/4054/July 15, 2007, 08:00 am Fire Information Center: 1-435-759-2452 1-435-759-2464 1-435-759-2458Fire Facts Final UpdateDate Started: July 06, 2007 Cause of Ignition: Lightning Location: West of I-15, north of Milford-UT Size: 363,052 acres and South of Fillmore UTPercent Contained: 85% Time of Containment: July 17, 2007Number of Personnel: 508 Aircraft: 2 Type 1 and 2 Type 3 HelicoptersEquipment: 30 Engines, 2 Bulldozers, 4 Water Tenders, Crews: 3 Type 1 and 9 Type 2Cost to date: $3,800,000 Structures Lost: 1 summer home, 2 out buildingsYesterday's Fire ActivityDozers and crews completed line on the perimeter of the fire. Interior islands continue to smolder.Today's Planned Activity Rehabilitation of dozer and handlines are still being worked on in order to minimize erosion. The structures within the Cove Fort area will continue to be a priority, and mop up is still being conducted on the perimeter of the fire.Relative humidity has dropped and will continue to do so over the...Sun, 15 Jul 2007 08:45:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/803/4039/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/803/4039/July 14, 2007, 08:00 am Fire Information Center: 1-435-759-2452 1-435-759-2464 1-435-759-2458Fire FactsDate Started: July 06, 2007 Cause of Ignition: Lightning Location: West of I-15, north of Milford-UT Size: 363,052 acres and South of Fillmore UTPercent Contained: 75% Time of Containment: July 17, 2007Number of Personnel: 563 Aircraft: 2 Type 1 and 1 Type 3 HelicoptersEquipment: 37 Engines, 5 Bulldozers, 5 Water Tenders, Crews: 3 Type 1 and 9 Type 2Cost to date: $3,200,000 Structures Lost: 1 summer home, 2 out buildingsYesterday's Fire ActivityDozer and handlines were continued along the southern and northern edges of the fire, with the remainder of the perimeter showing no noticeable activity. Today's Planned Activity We will continue to strengthen existing lines. Today, particular focus will be maintained along both the northeast and southeast sections of the fire. Rehabilitation of dozer and handlines has begun, in order to minimize erosion. The structures within the...Sat, 14 Jul 2007 11:20:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/803/4014/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/803/4014/July 13, 2007, 08:00 am Fire Information Center: 1-435-759-2452 1-435-759-2464 1-435-759-2458Fire FactsDate Started: July 06, 2007 Cause of Ignition: Lightning Location: West of I-15, north of Milford-UT Size: 363,052 acres and South of Fillmore UTPercent Contained: 65% Time of Containment: July 17, 2007Number of Personnel: 564 Aircraft: 2 Type 1 and 1 Type 3 HelicoptersEquipment: 34 Engines, 10 Bulldozers, 5 Water Tenders, Crews: 3 Type 1 and 9 Type 2Cost to date: $2.6M Structures Lost: 1 summer home, 2 out buildingsYesterday's Fire ActivityDozer and handlines were improved along the southern and northern edge of the fire with the rest of the perimeter showing no appreciable activity. A burnout was conducted by firefighters in order to secure the southern perimeter located in the mineral mountains. This successful burnout will minimize the threat to the I-15 corridor.Today's Planned Activity Today's focus will be to continue dozer and handlines along the southern edge of...Fri, 13 Jul 2007 13:29:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/750/3922/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/750/3922/Neola North Fire UpdateRocky Mountain Incident Management Team- Kim Martin IC Fire Information (435) 353-3008Hours of operation: 7:00 am - 9:30 pmInformation is also available at: http://www.inciweb.org Date July 11, 2007Time 8:00 am Current Situation: There has been minimal perimeter growth on the fire for the last few days. A small portion of the northwest corner is uncontained and the work that remains does not require as large a fire organization as is currently working the fire. Fire suppression forces and information functions will be scaled back to an appropriate size. Tomorrow at 6:00 a.m. the Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team will transition with a local Type III team. Today those individuals making up the Type III team will shadow the Type I team so the transition will be smooth. Approximately 100 firefighters will remain on the fire and continue to be stationed at the Neola Elementary School. Beginning on Thursday information on the Neola North fire can be obtained...Wed, 11 Jul 2007 11:41:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/750/3903/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/750/3903/Neola North Fire UpdateRocky Mountain Incident Management Team- Kim Martin IC Fire Information (435) 353-3008Hours of operation: 7:00 am - 9:30 pmInformation is also available at: http://www.inciweb.org Date July 10, 2007Time 8:00 am Current Situation: A community meeting was held last night in Roosevelt. Approximately 100 residents attended the meeting which was a cooperative effort between the Ute Indian Tribe, Bureau of Indian Affairs, US Forest Service, Duchesne and Uintah Counties, Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team, the BAER Team, and the many other agencies and organizations that assisted with suppression of the fire. A slideshow of the fire was shown and then presentations were done by each agency involved. After the presentation, breakout sessions were held to provide residents the specific information they needed. Breakout topics included: BIA and Tribal land issues, water quality in the burned area, burned area rehabilitation, county emergency management, Ashley...Tue, 10 Jul 2007 10:48:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/750/3893/http://inciweb.org/incident/news/article/750/3893/Neola North Fire UpdateRocky Mountain Incident Management Team- Kim Martin IC Fire Information (435) 353-3008Hours of operation: 7:00 am - 9:30 pmInformation is also available at: http://www.inciweb.org Date July 9, 2007Time 8:00 am Current Situation: A community meeting will be held this evening to discuss issues related to the Neola North Fire. The meeting will be held at the Roosevelt Junior High School Auditorium at 7:00 p.m. Topics to be discussed include: an update on the status of fire suppression and rehabilitation, BIA and Tribal land issues, water quality in the burned area, and assistance available for those affected by the fire. Crews have completed fireline construction on the west flank of the fire. On the north and east portion of the fire south of Pole Creek Lake, crews mitigated the hazards by thinning and piling fuels which reduced the fire intensity. In spite of the hard work done by the crews, a drop in the humidity increased fire activity and caused the fire to...Mon, 09 Jul 2007 10:24:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/750/3892/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/750/3892/Utah National Guard, 12953 S. Minuteman Drive, Draper, UT 84020, (801) 523-44079 July 2007 Contact: Maj. Hank McIntire, (801) 716-9052Release 07-032 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEUtah National Guard Reduction of Supportand Transfer of Authority for Neola FireNEOLA, Utah - As of Monday, July 9, at the direction of Gov. Jon M. Huntsman, Jr., the Utah National Guard has reduced the number of Soldiers supporting the Neola Fire effort from 100 to 50.Also, the 300th Military Intelligence Brigade of the Utah National Guard has assumed the responsibility for supporting law enforcement at selected road-closure checkpoints, taking over for the 115th Engineer Group who had fulfilled that mission since July 1.This call-up to support the Neola Fire was the first significant official activation of Utah Guard troops to support a state emergency since January 2005 when Soldiers were dispatched to Stockton and St. George, Utah, to assist with flood response in those areas.The Utah National Guard works...Mon, 09 Jul 2007 10:15:00 -06:00http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/750/3890/http://inciweb.org/incident/announcements/article/750/3890/A community meeting will be held at Roosevelt Junior High School Auditorium on Monday, July 9 at 7:00 p.m. for those affected by the Neola North Fire. Discussions will include: aNeola North Fire update,BIA and Tribal land issues,water quality,county and local public assistance, andrehabilitation of the fire area.Mon, 09 Jul 2007 08:46:00 -06:00