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Rocky Canyon Fire Places Hogsback Summit Area on Ready Evacuation Status

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The Rocky Canyon Fire in Morgan County has burned approximately 595 acres and remains 0% contained. The Hogsback Summit area has been placed on a ready evacuation status as the fire increases activity during daylight hours.

Key takeaways

  • The Rocky Canyon Fire is human-caused and has burned an estimated 595 acres.
  • The fire is currently 0% contained.
  • The Hogsback Summit area is under a ready evacuation status.
  • Utah Fire Info reports the fire is pushing significantly during the heat of the day.

The Rocky Canyon Fire in Morgan County has placed the Hogsback Summit area on a ready evacuation status. According to Utah Fire Info, the fire is making a significant push during the heat of the day.

The human-caused fire was discovered on Friday and has burned an estimated 595 acres. At this time, the fire has 0% containment. While previous acreage estimates were higher, the current estimate stands at 595 acres.

The fire continues to be monitored as it impacts the Morgan County area.

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