The Left Fork Fire raging outside Bryce Canyon National Park has now burned about 4,631 acres in Dixie National Forest as of Thursday and remains at only 5% containment, according to Utah Wildfire Info.
raging outside Bryce Canyon National Park has now burned about 4,631 acres in Dixie National Forest as of Thursday and remains at only 5% containment, according to Utah Wildfire Info.
The blaze stemmed from an April prescribed burn site that reignited on May 9, but was believed to have been contained after it burned about 100 acres.So far no injuries have been reported, but the blaze threatens about 50 structures. An evacuation order remains in place at the Bryce Woodland Estates community, located southwest of Bryce Canyon National Park off Highway 89, after it was recommended Tuesday evening.
Officials said in a news release that Wednesday’s weather conditions allowed firefighters to make progress combating the blaze. Fire crews have held the northern and southern perimeters of the fire, but its east side is creeping toward the “105 road”The Kanab Creek Road System is closed due to firefighting efforts.
Backcountry camping is temporarily closed in Bryce Canyon National Park along the Riggs Spring Loop, including Yovimpa Pass, Riggs Spring and Corral Hollow. The Riggs Spring Loop remains open for day hiking.
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