Month: August 2020

The Vernal PD reminds citizens of Vernal City that road construction is taking place throughout the city. The crews are doing rock chips and sealant for the roads. The police department asks that drivers make sure that vehicles are not left parked in the roadway, as this will slow the process.

A recreational use advisory has been issued for Flaming Gorge Reservoir by the Wyoming Department of Health. Harmful cyanobacterial bloom, also known as harmful algal blooms and blue-green algae, can cause health risks for people and animals.

There have been some inquiries as to whether individuals can recreate near the Pine Gulch Fire. In clarification, all road closures put in place by the county sheriff are still in effect, as is the BLM closure order, since there is still an active fire and heavy fire traffic.

The first death from COVID-19 has been reported in the TriCounty Health District. The Ute Indian Tribe of the Uintah and Ouray Indian Reservation issued a press release on Monday with the announcement.

One person was shot during a home invasion in Roosevelt late Sunday night. Roosevelt Police Chief Rick Harrision released the following: On August 22nd… officers were called to a residence in Roosevelt on a report of multiple gunshots fired.

The East Fork Fire grew another 196 acres. That brings the total of the acres burned to 2,752 with 5% contained. Those monitoring the fire are letting it burn in the High Uintas Wilderness of the Ashley National Forest, playing its natural role in the ecosystem.

Roosevelt City announced Saturday that the Roosevelt Animal Shelter has been temporarily closed to the public though staff members will continue to care for the animals in the shelter’s custody. Roosevelt City has shared the following: Public services such as animal adoption will not be available during this time.