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Hilltop fire burns structures, forces evacuations

RAY LAFOLLETTE

The Pyramid

MILBURN — A fire, now known as Hilltop Fire, started on Monday afterc noon Aug. 6, located southeast of Inc dianola and west of Milburn in north Sanpete County. The cause of the fire is under investigation at this time. Local and state resources rec sponded to an initial report of 50 acres, but the fire grew in size quickly and more resources, including air atc tack were ordered and used. Black Hawk Estates, and areas north of Hilltop Road and west of Milburn Road are under mandatory evacuations affecting more than 100 people. Over 150 structures are threatened, two have been lost. Lt. Gov. Spencer Cox, who lives in Fairview just south of Milburn, shared fire updates on Twitter. He wrote, “This one is close to home for me.” He also shared photos of farmers setting up irrigation sprinklers in their fields in an effort to protect crops and to act as fire lines.

Fire broke out on the hill southeast of Indianola, west of Milburn, on Monday afternoon, Aug. 6, and at press time had consumed over 1,000 acres and two structures. Mandatory evacuations are in place for the area. (Photo courtesy of Cody Beck) During a press briefing, Cox rec ported that on Monday night offic� cials were helping residents remove livestock from the area that were also at risk of loss. “We knew it was comc ing, especially this year, as dry as it is,” said Cox.

At press time the fire was estimated at about 1,000 acres in size and zero percent contained. Dozers were used to put in a fire line on the northwest edge. Fire managers are directing crews to directly attack on the north flank of

the fire. Structure protection is one of their objectives. Dozers and one road grader will continue working to imc plement fire lines and anchor points. The fire is burning in timber, brush and short grass. Current resources include 95 perc sonnel, 16 engines, four dozers, one helicopter and one hand crew. Coc operators involved include Utah Dic vision of Forestry and Fire and State Lands. At times the smoke has been quite heavy, thick and will be visible from Heber, Spanish Fork, Sanpete County and surrounding areas. At press time there are road cloc sures in effect. The Milburn road, heading north out of Fairview, and the Hilltop road, which connects Milburn east to Highway 89, are both closed. Highway 89 is open, but travelers in the area are encouraged to be cautious and beware of distractions which can cause accidents. No stopping along Highway 89 is allowed in the vicinity of the fire.

Cash Days races return to Mt. Pleasant Aug. 18 MT. PLEASANT — The success of the Rocky Mountain Cash Days races held in June has sparked a new round of races to be held Saturday, Aug. 18, beginning at 12 noon, at the old Mt. Pleasant Airport, located on the south end of town. In addition to some of the fastest street racers in the region, local racers (Juab and Sanpete County residents only) are encouraged to get registered to race. Problems identified at the last races have been dealt with and steps to imc prove and make the event better have been taken, including bleachers, conc cessions and a burn-out box for race drivers. The races will begin at high noon and continue until finished. Spectac tors are encouraged to attend. There is a nominal fee, but those age 12 and under get in free. Bleachers will be available, but spectators can also bring a chair if desired. Concessions will be available on site including hot dogs, tacos and drinks. Note that no alcohol is alc lowed on the property. The list of contestants, showing who is racing, will not be posted. It is a silent list. Those drivers chosen to be on the list should keep that to themselves, as it is to their advantage. The races at the airport are at 5,925 ft. elevation. This will be the largest cash day event in Utah, with $9,500 in payouts to winners. There will be three race classes, to include: The 10 — 11 second

class 22 spots with payout of $3,000 for first place, $500 for second place. The single digit class 12 spots with payout of $4,000 for first place and $1,000 for second. The new local class, for Juab and Sanpete County residents only, offers 10 spots with a $600 payout for first place and $200 for second. Sponsors for the Cash Days races include Christensen Ready Mix, Skyline Motorsports, Intermounc tain Concrete Solutions, Nip N Tuck Performance, RKL Diesel and Matco Tools. Event rules Rules for this event include the folc lowing: All race vehicles must be street cars with no tube chassis or pro modific cations. Vehicles must have a license plate, current registration and insurc ance. The races will be a 1/4 mile race with a flashlight start. Drivers that jump the light or cross the centerline will be disqualified. In addition, chase is not a race, one VHT burn out, no prep, no tire restrictions, there will be a drivers meeting only for drivers, first round call outs and off the trailer racing. Colton Christensen, of Christensen Ready Mix, donated concrete for crec ation of a burn-out box which drivers will be able to use to warm up tires prior to racing. Driver registration Drivers interested in participating in the races need to get registered right away as only a limited number of participants are allowed spots in

Scenes of Sanpete on display at Hub City Gallery MT. PLEASANT — A public reception celebrating the art work of Jim and Eric Heywood will be held Friday, Aug. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., in the Hub City Gallery, located on the second floor of Mt. Pleasant City Hall, 115 West Main Street. Their art work is presented as “Scenes of Sanpete” and exc plores rural Utah through photography and oil painting. The Heywood Fine Art captures an evolving contrast of pasc toral charm and sacred architecture, which will be on display Aug. 10 through Sept. 7, in the gallery. Hub City Gallery is sponsored by North Sanpete Arts Council and Utah Heritage Highway 89. A public reception featuring the art of Jim and Eric Heywood will be held Friday, Aug. 10, from 6-8 p.m., in the Hub City Gallery, Mt. Pleasant City Hall, 115 West Main Street.

The Rocky Mountain Cash Days (RMCD) races return to Sanpete County on Saturday, Aug. 18, at 12 noon, at the old Mt. Pleasant Airport, on the south end of town. Local racers from Sanpete and Juab counties have been invited to participate. There is a nominal admission fee for those over age 12. (Photo courtesy of RMCD)

Cody Cook, driver of this car, has won the last two cash days with over $7,000 in winnings. The question is, “Who’s going to stop him this time around?” (Photo courtesy of RMCD) each class. To register, send an email to Jon Kaouk at Jkaouk@hotmail.com or send a message via the Rocky Mounc tain Cash Days FaceBook page. Include information about the vehicle to be raced to determine who will be racing.

All race class participants must pay a non-refundable entry fee deposit in advance to reserve their spot in the races. For participants in the 10-11 second and single digit class races, the fee is $250. Local class racers will pay $100.

suppress Coal Hollow Fire

PRICE — Fire crews are fighting a lightning-caused fire near Coal Hollow, in the mountains about 1.5 miles from State Route 6 (SR6) and residences in the Dairy Fork Community, which is located at mile marker 195 east of the Thistle Junction in Utah County. The fire started Aug. 4 and was driven by hot, dry winds. The fire has burned about 2,300 acres. It is burning in heavy timc ber and dry brush, a mix of conic fer, pinion-juniper, Gamble oak and other brush. The fire is exc tremely smoky, which can hamper fire fighters on the ground and air support. There are some structures near the fire in the Dairy Hollow area. An air tanker has dropped retardant in an effort to prevent further spread of the fire and helicopters are bec ing used to drop water. Crews have begun direct attack operations off the Dairy Fork Road. Railroad tracks, power lines, SR-6 and the Dairy Fork comc munity are threatened by the fire. There are 110 personnel working on the fire, with more resources ordered. Because firefighting crews and equipment are responding to fires throughout the west, availc able resources are limited. A National Type 2 Incident Management Team has taken over the fire operations, bringing more resources to assist with fire supc pression. The Dairy Fork Road is closed and a temporary flight restriction is being ordered over the fire area. Drones are not allowed in the airc space over the fire. Drones are a safety hazard when fires are being fought from the air. When drones are in the area, aviation resources cannot be used. Drivers on SR-6 and in the area are asked to exercise caution and avoid distraction caused by fire activity (helicopters filling water buckets close to the highway). Everyone is reminded that there are fire restrictions in place on the Manti-La Sal National Forest. Campfires are limited to fire rings constructed by the Forest Service at developed recreation sites like campgrounds and picnic areas. Stoves with an on/off switch that use liquid fuel are allowed on the Forest. Route and area closures are in place to ensure public and firec fighter safety during fire operac tions. Area Description: Starting at the intersection of the National Forest boundary and the Lake Fork Road, proceeding easterly to the Junction with Forest Road 0006 (Dairy Fork Canyon Road) thence; Northerly along Forest Road 0006 to the National Forest Boundary thence; westerly along the Nac tional Forest boundary to the point of beginning at the Lake Fork Road. Closures include: Forest Road 0070/Lake Fork Canyon Road Segment (from the National Forest boundary in Lake Fork Canyon to the junction of Forest Road 0006), and Forest Road 0006/Dairy Fork Canyon Road (entire length from the junction with Forest Road 0070 to the National Forest boundary). For more information online, visit Utah Fire Info: http://utahc fireinfobox.com/tag/news/.

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