EPHRAIM, Utah — Evacuations have been ordered for those living close to the Black Canyon Fire burning near Ephraim, which has grown to over 800 acres as of Tuesday.
Residents in the Reeder Subdivision have been given a "GO" evacuation order by the Emery County Sheriff's Office, and people had to evacuate by 6 p.m. Monday.
Officials shared that the wind forecast for the area isn't favorable and could potentially push the fire towards the subdivision. Deputies will go door-to-door to notify property owners.
The fire is burning approximately 16 miles east of Ephraim on U.S. Forest Service land east of the South Tent Mountains. Fire officials say it was caused by lightning and is burning in steep, inaccessible terrain.
Both state and federal officials are coordinating air support. With strong winds being forecast this afternoon, Utah Fire Info says there's potential for significant growth.
Lane northeast of Reeder Canyon Trail, East of Skyline Drive, South of Potters Canyon Road, and West of Lowry Water are closed due to the fire.
Road Closures:
• Skyline Drive south from the intersection with Potters Pond Road to its intersection with Reeder Ridge Road (FS Road 0054)
• Reeder Ridge Road (entire length)
• Reeder Canyon Trail (091)
• Forest Road 0038 (Lowry Water)
• Potters Canyon Road (FS Road 0271)
• Forest Service Roads 2206, 2207, 2209, 2213, 2228, and 2232
This is a developing story. FOX 13 News will provide updates as we learn more.
