where are fires in utah
Quick Scoop
Active fires in Utah are concentrated in central and southwestern Utah , with major incidents near Eureka and in the Beaver/Central Utah area. Reported fires include the Iron Fire near Eureka, the Cherry Fire nearby, the Cottonwood Fire near Beaver, and the Sulphurdale Fire near Interstate 70.
Main fire areas
- Near Eureka : Residents in Eureka, Mammoth, and Silver City were told to evacuate because of the Iron and Cherry fires.
- Juab and Tooele counties : The Iron Fire is affecting parts of these counties, about 4 miles northwest of Eureka.
- Near Beaver / southwest Utah : The Cottonwood Fire is burning near Beaver, and officials said much of central and southwestern Utah is under dangerous fire conditions.
- Near Cove Fort / I-70 corridor : The Sulphurdale Fire is threatening travel along Interstate 70.
Conditions right now
Utah officials and weather agencies have warned that central, southwestern, and southern mountain areas face especially dangerous fire weather, with strong winds and very dry conditions.
Safety note
If you’re trying to protect a specific town or travel route, the key areas to watch are Eureka, Beaver, Juab County, Tooele County, and the I-70 corridor near Sulphurdale.
Fire| Location| Status
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Iron Fire| Near Eureka; Juab/Tooele counties| Active, evacuation threat 12
Cherry Fire| Near Eureka| Active, merged from nearby fires 14
Cottonwood Fire| Near Beaver| Active, large and high concern 39
Sulphurdale Fire| Near Cove Fort / I-70| Active, threatening travel 3
Hastings Fire| Utah| Reported 100% contained 2
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