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‘Currant Fire’ Burning East of Flaming Gorge Reservoir in Sweetwater County

Sep 3, 2019 · Basin Now · News

A fire burning east of Flaming Gorge in Sweetwater County was met with a heavy response on Sunday as the region remains under Red Flag conditions. According to Sweetwater County Fire Warden Mike Bournazian, the ‘Currant Fire’ was first reported at 1:30pm on Sunday in the Currant Creek Ridge area and resources responded immediately from the Rock Spring BLM, Ashley National Forest, Sweetwater County Fire Department, and numerous federally contracted air resources.

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Off-Road Crash in Uintah County on Sunday

Sep 3, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Five individuals were involved in an off-road crash in Uintah County on Sunday afternoon. According to the Uintah County Sheriff’s Office, the single-vehicle crash happened in the Jensen area about 2 miles north of Highway 40 in the popular off-road area known locally as Honda Hills at about 1pm on September 1st. “The driver of an older model Chevy Blazer was driving up a hill when the SUV's tires lost traction and the vehicle began to slide backward.

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Uinta Basin Railway Panel Speaks at Uintah Basin Energy Summit

Aug 30, 2019 · Basin Now · News

A panel of speakers with the most up to date information on the proposed Uinta Basin Railway project kicked off the Uintah Basin Energy Summit on Wednesday. Representatives from Rio Grande Pacific Corporation, the Uinta Basin Railway, and Seven County Infrastructure Coalition made up the panel. The rail is proposed as a public/private partnership sponsored by the 7 County Infrastructure Coalition, privately funded by Drexel Hamilton, and with Rio Grande Pacific Corporation handling the design, operation, and maintenance of the rail.

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Be Safe as Utah’s 100 Deadliest Days Wraps Up Over Labor Day Weekend

Aug 30, 2019 · Basin Now · News

This weekend wraps up the travel season when fatalities on Utah’s roads practically double on average. “As we approach Labor Day we also conclude the 100 Deadliest Days of the year for travelers in Utah,” shares Utah Highway Patrol Sgt. Kellie Oaks. “We would like to wish you a happy Labor Day and encourage you to reduce your speed, increase your following distance, and buckle up as you enjoy your final holiday of the summer.”

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Pelican Lake Rebuild Going Well

Aug 30, 2019 · Basin Now · News

The reputation for catching bluegill at Pelican Lake was legendary. Sadly that reputation took a hit when a large influx of common carp over took the lake in 2008 and 2009 leading to a sharp decline in bluegill. As a result, the management team and the regional managers made the choice to treat the lake and restore the fishery.

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DWR Seeking Input on Bighorn Sheep Unit Management Plans

Aug 30, 2019 · Basin Now · News

Some may not realize that bighorn sheep roam some mountain sides in the Basin. The Division of Wildlife Management is asking the public for feedback concerning the statewide bighorn sheep management plan that was approved in November of 2018. Currently there are 4,170 bighorn sheep in Utah but the 18 management plans, 11 for Rocky Mountain bighorn and 7 for desert bighorn, hope to raise that number to 8,875.