IRON COUNTY, Utah — A wildfire in southern Utah forced a neighborhood to be evacuated for several hours Sunday.
The "Christy Lane Fire" was sparked around 5:45 p.m. on Sunday in an area between Parowan and Summit in Iron County. Utah Wildfire Info officials said it is estimated at 15 acres.
Officials said the fire was threatening structures, and the Red Canyon subdivision was evacuated by the Iron County Sheriff's Office. Evacuees could go to Cedar City High School.
The evacuations were lifted Sunday night. Officials say the fire is 97% contained.
The fire was human-caused, and the exact cause is under investigation.
Firefighting crews are working on the ground and in the air to contain the blaze.
"Please avoid the area and follow directions from local officials so firefighters can safely continue protection efforts," Utah Wildfire Info said in a social media post.
🚨 #ChristyLaneFire UPDATE: The Red Canyon subdivision has been evacuated by the Iron County Sheriff’s Office.
— Utah Fire Info (@UtahWildfire) May 25, 2026
Please avoid the area and follow directions from local officials so firefighters can safely continue protection efforts.#UtahFire #ffslkw pic.twitter.com/pPKO1gCsYm
