FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE From Naples City Police Department and Uintah Fire District
On October 28, 2026, at approximately 11:50 a.m., the Vernal Dispatch Center began receiving multiple reports of a propane-like gas odor throughout Naples City, Vernal City, and surrounding areas of Uintah County.
The Naples City Police Department, Uintah Fire District, Vernal City Police Department, and Uintah County Sheriff’s Office worked collaboratively to investigate the reports and locate the source of the odor. The source was ultimately identified within Naples City, where the business involved determined the cause of the incident and took corrective action to resolve the issue.
The investigation determined that there was no public safety risk at any time during the incident. The issue has been corrected, and there is no ongoing risk to the public related to this event.
The Naples City Police Department and Uintah Fire District appreciate the community’s vigilance and thank everyone who contacted Dispatch to report their concerns. These reports allowed responding agencies to investigate the situation, identify the source, and confirm that the public was not at risk.
We also extend our sincere appreciation to the Vernal City Police Department and Uintah County Sheriff’s Office for their assistance and collaborative efforts in investigating the incident and locating the source. The cooperation among our local public safety agencies was instrumental in resolving the situation.
We encourage community members to continue reporting unusual odors or other potential safety concerns to Dispatch so they can be appropriately investigated.