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Goshen Wildfire Expands to 150–200 Acres, Three Homes Evacuated

Officials say the blaze is human-caused.

Overview

  • The fire, which started just before 4:30 p.m. Tuesday south of Goshen, is now estimated at 150 to 200 acres.
  • Three homes near the mouth of Goshen Canyon were evacuated, the Utah County Sheriff’s Office said.
  • Crews from Santaquin, Utah County, Goshen, Genola, Rocky Ridge and Eureka are fighting the blaze on state land.
  • Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands said the blaze is human-caused, with the exact cause still under review.
  • Strong winds drove rapid growth, and Utah Fire Info expected fire activity to lessen after sunset.