Utah Fire Info provided an update on the Dollar Ridge Fire on July 5th. At that time, the Dollar Ridge Fire had reached 42,000 acres and was 4 percent contained. 402 personnel were fighting the fire including 6 Type 1 crews, 4 Type 2 crews, 11 engines, 10 helicopters, and 9 dozers.
Month: July 2018
Decorated Dinahs Hiding Around Town In Advance of Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo
Reminders of an upcoming local Vernal event are all around town. “Dinah” the dinosaur, in her retro orange getup, has become the mascot of the Dinosaur Roundup Rodeo. In a favorite annual competition, decorated Dinahs are on display at Uintah County businesses as a fun reminder that the rodeo is coming up.
TriCounty Health: Air Quality Suffers Due To Wildfires, Precautions Urged
Fires in the Uintah Basin are affecting air quality and TriCounty Health urges all to take precautions. “Anyone with a chronic heart or respiratory ailments are most at risk,” shares TriCounty Medical Advisor, Dr. Karl Breitenbach. “These individuals should take appropriate precautions and measures to protect themselves from unnecessary exposure to wildfire pollutants in order to protect their health.”
Couple Gets Married in Vernal 4th of July Parade; Surprise Family and Friends
One local couple took making memories to a whole other level on the 4th of July holiday by pulling off the most amazing and unique surprise that ever ended in “I Do.” The happy couple, Leroy and Shana Davis, wanted to make their marriage something memorable for their blended family. The couple worked with Stone Hollow and Kean Photography for just 6 days to plan the epic wedding surprise in which all their family and friends would witness as it took place on a float during the Vernal 4th of July parade.
Dollar Ridge Fire Jumps Highway 40; Evacuation Area Increased
A terrifying situation has gotten worse now that the Dollar Ridge Fire has jumped Highway 40 after continuing growth for the third day in a row. According to a fact sheet on the fire distributed on July 4th, the fire was human caused and started on July 1st. It has reached over 54 square miles or 35,000 acres and was 1 percent contained as of Wednesday morning.
Uintah Fire District: How To Prepare And What To Do During High Fire Danger
Earlier this month, the Uintah Fire District issued timely reminders of how to prepare for and what to do during high fire danger. Citizens should prepare well in advance of a fire and watch for Red Flag Days issued by National Weather Service or local authorities.
Think of Pets This Fourth of July Holiday
The Fourth of July is an exciting time of year for many but it can be a terrifying time of year for pets. The Rifle Police Department encourages all to take precautions during and after festivities. Loud fireworks, unfamiliar places, and crowds can all be frightening to pets, especially when combined. Leave your pets at home while you go to fireworks, parades or other celebrations.
Behind the Scenes Manpower a Key to Success of ‘Into the Woods’ Production; Four Nights Left
Crowds are loving this year’s Outlaw Trail Theater production of ‘Into the Woods’ and the magic of the show goes beyond the talent of the actors. According to Executive Producer Ron Litton, there are over 40 people working behind the scenes on sets, costumes, makeup, hair, sound, lights, props, tickets, ushering, and more. Like any good production, there is some serious manpower behind the scenes.
Elderly Woman Who Went Missing in Ft. Duchesne Located
It was a nerve wracking time for the friends and family of an elderly woman from Arizona who went missing in Fort Duchesne on Saturday. According to BIA Ft. Duchesne Police Department, 73-year-old Sharon Wakayuta walked away from a residence in the La Mesa subdivision in Ft. Duchesne wearing pajama style shirt and pants.
Mandatory Evacuation Order Issued As Dollar Ridge Fire Spreads
Ash falling from the sky throughout the Uintah Basin and beyond was evidence of the devastation at hand as the Dollar Ridge Fire spread on Monday. The fire began on Sunday about 4.5 miles southeast of Strawberry Reservoir and quickly made its way into Duchesne County. It was reported Sunday night at 1500 acres but on Monday was reported to have spread to more than 30,000 acres. On Monday afternoon, the Duchesne County Commission ordered an IMMEDIATE EVACUATION beginning at the Wasatch-Duchesne County line headed east towards Fruitland.