SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — A couple of wildfires continue to burn today — with the Rudd Creek Fire reaching 90% containment while the Elizabeth Ridge Fire in the Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest continues to burn.
According to Utah Fire Info , the Rudd Creek Fire, which broke out near Farmington Canyon last Tuesday afternoon , has reached 90% containment as of Monday afternoon . Officials said the Monday afternoon update was the final update on the blaze.
Wildfire update: Several fires continue to burn throughout northern Utah
“The last 10% remains inaccessible due to steep, rocky terrain, making it unsafe for firefighters to work in that area,” the update read on social media .
Officials warned that smoke from the fire will still be visible for the coming days and the weather will naturally quell the blaze.
“Cooler temperatures, high relative humidity, and multiple wet storms are expected throughout the week. This weather should continue to aid in fire suppression. Forest Service resources will continue to monitor the situation,” the update stated.