SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah — Campers have been evacuated after a new wildfire grew to over 300 acres in Summit County Wednesday afternoon. Officials say structures are threatened.
Beulah Fire is burning east of Mirror Lake Highway, about 3 to 4 miles east of Manorlands.
Map of the fire's approximate location released by Utah Fire Info
According to officials, between 300 and 400 acres of land have burned so far. They add that structures are being threatened by the fire.
The fire is in Forest Service Land, and a Department of Public Services helicopter has been requested to assist with the evacuations of campers in the vicinity.
One camper who was near the lake has been evacuated so far, and officials are looking for others who might be in the area.
The public is being asked to avoid the area while crews work to contain the fire. FOX 13 News is in contact with officials and will update this article when we learn more.
