Fire Updates: US Route 6 Closes Due to Pole Creek Fire

Kennecott official: Fire near the I-80 not affecting the structures of the company

A Kennecott copper mine official said that a fire near the Salt Lake-Tooele County border, south of I-80, burns on the company's property but n & # 39; 39, does not affect any structure.

The fire was reported for the first time around 3 pm Saturday.

Kennecott spokesman Kyle Bennett said the company's foundry plant was evacuated between 4pm and 5pm. as a precaution for the safety of employees.

The foundry is the west Magna facility with the large fireplace.

"As far as I know, since the fire did not reach the smelter, none of our structures were affected by the fire," Bennett said.

Governor Herbert: "Please, be careful" for Herriman's fire

Governor Gary Herbert said in a tweet on Saturday that he was "very concerned" by the Herriman fire that destroyed 3 homes.

Fire near I-80 passes Kennecott property

A fire that burns near the Salt Lake-Tooele County border south of I-80 crossed the Kennecott mining property, fire officials said.

The fire was reported for the first time around 3 pm Saturday and forced the evacuation and closure of the Great Salt Lake State Park marina. National Highway 201 is closed from Route 202 West to the junction with I-80.

Additional details on the size of the fire were not immediately available on Saturday night.

Structure threatened by strong winds that affect the Salt Lake City grass fire

The strong winds fanned a grass fire in Salt Lake City that is now threatening a nearby structure, officials said.

The fire burns close to 2,000 W. Indiana Avenue, said on Twitter the fire officials of Salt Lake City.

From 17:45, the 800 south was closed between 1800 west and 2000 west due to the fire, officials said.

Lawn fire in Salt Lake City

A fire of grass burns near 2000 W. Indiana Avenue in Salt Lake City, said fire officials in Salt Lake City. People were asked to avoid the area.

Firefighters hold public meeting with latest information on Pole Creek and Bald Mountain Brooks

A public meeting is underway at Spanish Fork, where firefighters provide information on the Pole Creek and Bald Mountain fires.

You can watch the meeting by clicking here or find the video on KSL.com's Facebook page.

Roads closed due to a fire near the marina of Great Salt Lake

National Highway 201 is closed from Route 202 West until the junction with I-80 due to a fire, officials said Saturday. ;Utah.

The fire also affects the I-80 pavement in the area, officials said.

Drivers can continue east on I-80, but the ramp to Route 201 is closed, officials said.

Several fire departments responding to a fire near the Great Salt Lake Marina

The fire departments of North Tooele, Salt Lake City, Unified Fire and Bureau of Land Management are responding to a fire near Great Salt Lake National Park.

The fire was reported for the first time around 3 pm Saturday and is burning in the hills south of I-80 near mile 101, officials said. Further details on the size and cause of the fire were not immediately available.

Closing of Great Salt Lake Marina due to imminent fire

The Great Salt Lake State Park marina was closed due to a fire, officials said Saturday.

The marina was closed and evacuated from 3 pm, officials on Utah State Parks said on Twitter.

No other information about the fire was immediately available Saturday.

Utah County: US Highway 6 closed, pre-evacuation notice for Diamond Fork Canyon

U.S. Highway 6 through Spanish Fork Canyon closed on Saturday afternoon, according to a tweet from Utah County Sgt. Spencer Cannon.

In addition, Diamond Fork Canyon is now under pre-eviction notice due to the Pole Creek and Bald Mountain fires.

Orders can stay in place for at least 48 hours, Cannon said.

The smoke from Utah counties is shifting to the northeast

The Utah County Health Department released Saturday a forest fire smoke warning for Utah County.

The smoke from the Pole Creek and Bald Mountain fires pushed northeast, filling the skies over Heber Valley, Uinta Basin and Utah County, making the quality unhealthy air in some areas.

Residents can expect more smoky air during the weekend. According to Utah Fire Info, weather conditions may continue until Sunday night.

Check here the air quality of Utah on the KSL Air Quality Network.

Little Valley Fire in Wasatch County now 60% Content

The Little Valley fire that began Friday near Wallsburg is under control by 60 percent, officials said Saturday.

The evacuations were lifted at 8 am and the current should be restored at home at 3 pm, the newspaper said.

Morning update: 500 employees working on Utah County

At least 500 people – including two Type 1 teams – are helping the fighting fires raging in central Utah, officials said at a press conference Saturday morning.

According to Incident Commander Marty Adell, helicopters equipped with water buckets will be deployed Saturday during the Bald Mountain Mount fire.

The teams will fight against fires on all sides and will focus on the construction of firing lines on mountain slopes and relief lines to protect neighboring communities.

The fire that burns near US Highway 6 was progressing slowly, said Adell.

Sgt sheriff of Utah Spencer County Cannon again urged motorists to strictly observe evacuations and road closures.

He also said that MPs are doing their best to welcome people who may be in urgent need of returning home.

A community meeting on the Pole Creek fire will be held tonight at 5 pm at Salem Hills High School, according to Utah Fire Info.

Utah County Issues Emergency Statement

Utah County officials filed a local emergency statement because of the Pole Creek and Bald Mountain fires.

The statement was handed over to Governor Gary Herbert on Friday, said Utah County Commissioner Bill Lee at a press conference Saturday morning.

The statement said the fires created a "state of emergency" and taxed the county's resources.

It is intended to raise awareness and possibly provide more resources, Lee said.

Pole Brook and Bald Mountain Fires

Safety is paramount as crews face the Pole Creek and Bald Mountain fires on Saturday, according to an article in the Utah Fire Info.

Firefighters will be concentrating their efforts near the American highway and will try to keep the flames south of the road, according to the message. Additional air and ground crews were invited to participate in Saturday's efforts.

Firefighters also expect high winds, with gusts of up to 50 mph, which could make enforcement efforts difficult.

Firefighters thanked the people who gave firefighters the items, but said the system is designed to meet all their needs.