Fire and Aviation
Fire is a natural part of the ecosystem on the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache
National Forests. Historically, frequent small fires burned in this
area, reducing dense vegetation, renewing soil nutrients, and helping
plant species to regenerate. The large number of homes located in
and around the forest presents a tremendous challenge in this fire-prone
ecosystem.
The Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest utilizes a variety of fire
management tools including fire suppression, fire prevention and
fuels management. The use of these tools, in combination, enhances
protection of forest resources, homes and adjacent lands.
Local Fire Information
State Fire Information
National Fire Information
BAER Reports
Prescribed Fire
The use of prescribed fire is a growing program intended to return
fire to the ecosystem to restore healthy ecosystems and reduce
the potential for catastrophic wildfires. A healthy ecosystem is
more resistant to severe fire, disease, and insect infestations.
Wildland Fire Use Fires
Wildland Fire use is the management of naturally ignited fires
to achieve resource benefits, where
fire is a major component of the ecosystem. Many natural resource
values can be enhanced by allowing fire to play its natural role
where private property and social values can be protected.
Hazardous Fuels Reduction
Hazardous fuels are dry brush and trees that have accumulated and
increase the likelihood of unusually large wildland fires. In response
to the risks posed by heavy fuels loads. Hazardous fuels are reduced
through a variety of treatments which remove or modify wildland
fuels, thereby reducing the potential for severe wildland fire behavior,
lessening post-fire damage, and limiting the spread of invasive
species and diseases.
Large Fires
There are currently no large fires on the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National
Forest.
Archived Large Fire Information
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