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New Harmony fire near I-15 in southern Utah 100% contained

Posted at 7:22 PM, Jun 08, 2023
and last updated 2023-06-09 21:22:09-04

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah — Firefighting crews are fighting to contain a human-caused fire along I-15 near New Harmony. No evacuations or closures have been ordered at this time.

The fire was discovered by officials at 4:59 p.m. and was found to consist of 4.1 acres of burning brush just off the Utah State Route 144 exit from the Interstate 15 freeway.

As of Monday evening, the Harmony Ridge Fire has been 100% contained, and no nearby structures are considered to be threatened.

I-15 is not being affected by firefighting efforts at this time.

It's believed at this time that the fire was man-made and is currently under investigation.

Multiple resources were on the scene initially, but air resources were released at 8:38 p.m. as crews continue to mop up the remains of the fire.