Press Release: Wildfires Surge Across Southern Utah Amid High Winds and Extreme Heat
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Southern Utah is grappling with multiple wildfires intensified by soaring temperatures and strong winds. The Forsyth Fire, originating in Dixie National Forest near Pine Valley, has wreaked havoc, destroying 12 structures, including homes, and leading to mandatory evacuations for 400 to 500 residents. Approximately 450 homes are in the area, and officials are closely monitoring the fire’s progress, which has reached 1,500 acres. As of now, no new evacuations have been ordered.
In another incident, the France Canyon Fire near Bryce Canyon National Park has burgeoned to 9,575 acres, driven by gusts reaching 40 mph. Firefighters face challenging terrain, with ash traveling a mile or more and dangerous conditions requiring strategic withdrawal on Thursday. Although no immediate threats loom for structures, scattered cabins remain at risk.
The Bridge Creek Fire near Lake Powell has also grown slightly to 1,413 acres, but its spread is currently minimal. Fire crews are battling unsafe conditions, relying heavily on aerial support to safeguard crucial communication towers and cultural sites.
Authorities encourage the public to avoid fire areas and exercise caution, as red flag warnings remain in effect statewide.
For ongoing updates, follow local news outlets and fire management agencies.
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