INCIDENT UPDATED 10/26/2010
Approximate Location
38.425 latitude, -112.499 longitude
Incident Overview
The Twitchell fire began on July 20 from a lightning strike. In August, what had been a wet summer turned dry and the fire began burning more actively. On Sept. 15 alone, the fire burned over 9500 acres. Since then with fall weather and aggressive firefighting, the fire growth slowed. Since early October the fire area has received significant rainfall. All roads and trails previously closed due to fire activity are now open. The public is reminded to use extreme caution while in the burned area and stay alert to falling snags and possible flash floods.
This will be the final update for the Twitchell Canyon Fire.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Tuesday July 20th, 2010 approx. 11:02 AM |
| Location | 7 mi E of Manderfield, UT |
| Incident Commander | Matheson |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 1 |
|---|---|
| Size | 44,874 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Fuels Involved | Timber (litter and understory) |
| Fire Behavior | None |
Outlook
| Growth Potential | Low |
|---|---|
| Terrain Difficulty | Extreme |
| Remarks | Fire being monitored by district personnel |
