Summit County suspends open burn permits yet again

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SUMMIT COUNTY, Utah — Citing unseasonably dry and hot weather conditions and poor air quality from the Yellow Lake Fire, the Summit County Fire Warden has suspended the issuance of open burn permits until further notice. The decision comes as the county’s Fire Danger Level remains at “Very High.”

The suspension will be in effect until the Fire Danger Level decreases to at least “Moderate.”

Residents can stay informed about current fire conditions and the Fire Danger Level by texting SCFIREINFO to 888777. This service updates Summit County’s fire outlook, Red Flag Warnings, prescribed burns, active fire updates, and more.