Miner Camp Peak Fire Information – July 30, 2018

Fire Information Line: 435-896-1070

Summary:  This lightning-caused wildfire started on July 28^th at approximately 7 p.m. and is being managed under a full suppression strategy. The fire is burning in heavy mixed conifer and rugged, steep terrain that has limited firefighter access. At this time inaccessible terrain and the lack of firefighting resources is hampering firefighting efforts.  Smoke from this fire may be visible from the surrounding areas and the I-15 corridor.

Location: East of Meadow, Utah in the Mine Camp Peak Area of Millard County

Jurisdiction:  Fillmore Ranger District, Fishlake National Forest

Start Date: 7/28/2018

Cause: Lightning

Size: 2-3 acres

Containment: 0 percent

Total Resources: 16

Fire Behavior:  Moderate fire behavior, group torching, spotting

Structures: None

 Closures: None

 Fuels: Mixed conifer

Injuries:  3 non-life-threatening injuries occurred while jumping into this fire.

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