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Public Information Phone: (435) 310-5450 Email: 2024.silverking@firenet.gov  

Agency: Fishlake National Forest – Beaver Ranger District 

Location: Approximately three miles west of Marysvale, Utah  

Start Date: July 05, 2024   

Cause: Lightning  

Acres: 18,222 

Containment/Completion: 89% 

Personnel: 188 

**RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FOR SUNDAY AND MONDAY** 

The National Weather Service has extended the Red Flag Warning for the Silver King Fire and surrounding areas until 10:00 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2024. Temperatures in the mid-80s, humidity as low as 6%, and winds over 30 mph may cause existing fires or new fires to spread rapidly.   

During Red Flag conditions residents should avoid using machinery that can create sparks and ensure that trailer chains do not drag. Do not drop cigarettes or matches on the ground. Avoid recreational target shooting in dry grass. Follow Stage 1 Fire Restrictions that prohibit open fires of any kind except within established public facilities in improved campgrounds and picnic areas. Give firefighters room to work and abide by the Silver King Fire Forest Closure Order (see closure details at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/fishlake/alerts-notices).   

On the north side of the fire, crews are patrolling and extinguishing hotspots. On the east side, personnel are repairing dozer lines. On the south side, firefighters were able to implement strategic firing operations on 50 unburned acres between burned areas, removing fuel that could enable the fire to spread. 

Our hard-working firefighters enjoy hearing from you and appreciate your support. Area residents can help boost firefighters’ spirits by taking a few simple actions. Post thank you signs in the community and on social media. They are a great morale booster for firefighters after a long shift! You can also write thank you notes to firefighters or firefighters’ families; please call the fire information number above and arrange a time to drop off the letters with a fire public information officer.