Thursday, July 14, 2016

Saddle Fire Update-July 14, 2016

For Immediate Release
July 14, 2016, 8:30 a.m.
Contact: Saddle Fire Information (435) 592-2323


Dixie National Forest - Saddle Fire Update

PINE VALLEY, Utah The Saddle fire is 2,297 acres and 60 percent contained.
The Saddle Fire continues to show moderate fire behavior with isolated torching, backing, and creeping. A warm, dry air mass has moved over the fire with no moisture in the forecast for this upcoming week. There will be smoke in the area from fire activity within fire control lines south of Lloyd's Canyon. Smoke will remain visible for several days.
Crews are continuing to mop up and will extinguish hot spots along accessible areas of the fire perimeter. Aircraft continues to keep the fire in accessible areas checked using fire retardant. Personnel continue to assess the need for structure protection in the community of Pine Valley.  
Fire personnel will remain in the area as they continue to monitor and strengthen control lines.  Residents and visitors coming to the area are asked to monitor fire activity, and use caution around working fire resources.
A temporary flight restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire area. Non-agency aircraft is restricted from the fire area for safety of firefighting activities. This includes Unmanned Aircraft Systems or drones.
Under Utah Code 65A-3-2.5, it is illegal to fly drones in the state of Utah over a wildfire. Under U.S. Code of Federal Regulations 43 CFR 9212.1(f), it is a federal violation to interfere with firefighting efforts. We encourage the public to learn about Unmanned Aircraft System regulations and safe use of drones by visiting www.knowbeforeyoufly.org. If you fly, we can’t.
There are 176 personnel assigned. Resources include hand crews, fire engines, heavy equipment and aircraft.  

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