Rain helps to suppress Cherry Fire, fire officials say

Oct 4, 2025, 12:44 PM | Updated: 12:44 pm

The Cherry Fire burning on Friday Oct. 3, 2025. (U.S. Forest Service Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest)

(U.S. Forest Service Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest)

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SALT LAKE CITY — The growth of a fire near Springville that triggered evacuations on Thursday is being slowed down as thunderstorms hit the area.

The Cherry Fire reached 651 acres on Saturday as at least 132 personnel helped to fight the fire. Utah Fire Info said the fire was still active and spreading to the east.

“Overnight, the area received a significant amount of rain, which has greatly aided firefighting efforts and moderated fire behavior,” the UFI said.

Firefighters are relying on both ground and air resources to fight the fire and are asking the public to continue avoiding the area as firefighters work.

Evacuations

People in the right and left hand forks of Hobble Creek are in a “set” status, and should be prepared to leave if an evacuation occurs.

“Forest Service Road 058 will remain closed to the junction of the FS Road 115, trail 128, and Dry Canyon within the fire area will also be closed,” the UFI said.

This story may be updated as more information becomes available.

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