The fires throughout the region didn’t keep citizens from celebrating with fireworks in areas throughout the Basin. According to the Uintah Fire District, fire crews in Uintah County responded to 5 calls related to fireworks during Wednesday’s celebrations. Vernal City Fire had 3 calls, Naples City Fire had 1 call, and Lapoint-Tridell Fire Department had 1 call. Each incident caused small fires that were quickly extinguished and the main cause was lighting fireworks adjacent to dry grass. Citations were issued for those using fireworks in restricted areas. Uintah Fire District also provided an update on the Maine Fire in Uintah County. As of
Thursday at 3:00pm
, the Maine Fire was 95% contained with a total of 67 acres burned on private and state lands. There has not been any new growth in over 2 days. Fire crews are working on interior hot spots. The community is still asked to stay clear of 3500 North as crews continue to strive for full containment.
