Fire Burns on Bennion Ridge

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BENNION FIRE (afternoon) Update: June 5, 2021

Start Date 06/05/2021    
Estimated Size 350 acres Personnel 75
Total Containment 0% Engines 4
Cause Natural Air Resources 2

CURRENT SITUATION: The Bennion Fire was reported June 4, 2021. It is currently burning through steep, rugged, rocky terrain. That terrain, coupled with current red flag conditions, is making containment efforts challenging. A Type-3 team is expected to take control of the fire on Monday. Smoke is visible in the surrounding communities and from Highway 6. For public and firefighter safety, please avoid the fire area.

EVACUATIONS: None

LOCATION: Bennion Ridge, Utah

JURISDICTION: U.S. Forest Service

FIRE BEHAVIOR/FUELS: The fire is burning in sage, mountain mahogany and pinyon juniper, being pushed by high winds and extremely dry conditions.

ROAD CLOSURES: None.

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