Many of the wildfires that began in late June continued into July, burning thousands of acres and causing millions of dollars in damage. Note that this episode began in June.

Wildfire in CENTRAL MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 01-JUL-12 00:00:00 to 21-JUL-12 12:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 250.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

The Clay Springs Fire began on July 27th east of Delta, Utah, and was human-caused. Clay Springs was the largest fire of the year in the state of Utah, burning a total of 107,846 acres before it was 100% contained on July 21st. The fire forced the evacuation of nearly 1,000 people, including the entire communities of Oak City and Fool Creek. Damages from the fire included one cabin that was destroyed, minor damage to a few other residences, 3 city storage structures destroyed, and dozens of power poles damaged. Two firefighters were injured by the blaze. In addition to physical damages, fire suppression cost a total of $6.6 million. Note that this event began in June, and monetary property damages listed here are for the entire event.

Wildfire in SALT LAKE AND TOOELE VALLEYS, UTAH
From 01-JUL-12 00:00:00 to 02-JUL-12 15:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 3.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Newspaper

The Rose Crest Fire began on July 29th in Herriman, Utah. The fire was started when a car was parked on a very dry field; the heat from the car ignited the grass, and the fire quickly spread into the residential neighborhood. The fire forced the evacuation of nearly 1,000 residences, and eventually burned 612 acres before it was 100% contained on July 2nd. 4 residences were destroyed, 8 other residences sustained moderate to heavy damage, and 30 non-residential buildings were destroyed. In addition to these property damages, the fire suppression cost a total of $540,000. Note that this event began in June, and monetary property damages listed on this report are for the entire month.

Wildfire in WASATCH PLATEAU/BOOK CLIFFS, UTAH
From 01-JUL-12 00:00:00 to 18-JUL-12 18:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

The Seeley Fire began on June 23rd in the Manti-La Sal National Forest, and was caused by lightning. This fire burned for nearly a month, consuming 48,050 acres before it was 100% contained on July 18th. The fire closed several campgrounds and youth camps, shut down a major oil and gas field, shut down several working coal mines, and caused the evacuation of approximately 250 residences. Two non-residential buildings were damaged in the fire. In addition to the property damages, fire suppression efforts on the fire cost a total of $8.7 million. Note that this event began in June, and monetary property damages listed here are for the entire event.

Wildfire in WASATCH PLATEAU/BOOK CLIFFS, UTAH
From 01-JUL-12 00:00:00 to 07-JUL-12 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 900.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

The Church Camp Fire began on June 24th, approximately 22 miles south of Duchesne, Utah. The cause of the fire is unknown, but it was believed to be human-caused. The fire caused the evacuation of Argyle Canyon, a popular summer cabin and recreation area. A total of 7,211 acres were burned before the fire was 100% contained on July 7th. Three injuries to firefighters were reported, with one back injury and two heat-related injuries. The fire destroyed 15 cabins and 78 other non-residential buildings. In addition to the property damage, fire suppression costs totaled $12.2 million. Note that this event began in June, and monetary property damage listed here is for the entire event.

Wildfire in SOUTHERN MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 01-JUL-12 14:00:00 to 11-JUL-12 12:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 150.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

The Shingle Fire began on July 1st, five miles east of Duck Creek, Utah and 4 miles south of State Route 14. The fire was caused by sparks from an ATV. In total, the Shingle Fire burned 8,061 acres before it was 100% contained on July 11th. Four firefighters were injured while fighting the blaze. The fire caused the evacuation of approximately 500 structures, and ultimately destroyed one residence and one non-residential building. In addition to these property damages, fire suppression costs totaled $7.1 million.

Wildfire in WASATCH MOUNTAINS SOUTH OF I-80, UTAH
From 03-JUL-12 13:30:00 to 10-JUL-12 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 100.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

The Quail Fire began in the foothills above Alpine, Utah on July 3rd, and was likely caused by a construction crew operating a back hoe. The fire burned 2,222 acres before it was 100% contained on July 10th. Multiple subdivisions in the Alpine area, comprised of more than 500 homes, were evacuated due to the fire. The fire destroyed one large barn and damaged five residences. In addition to these property damages, fire suppression costs totaled $1.5 million. This fire is not to be confused with another Quail Fire that occurred in June near Leeds, Utah.

Wildfire in WESTERN UINTA MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 01-JUL-12 00:00:00 to 04-JUL-12 10:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

The Pole Creek Fire started on June 27th, eight miles north of Neola, Utah, and was caused by fireworks. The fire burned 2,058 acres before it was 100% contained on July 3rd. Two firefighters were injured by the blaze. Fire suppression costs totaled $317,000. Note that this event began in June.

Wildfire in WASATCH MOUNTAINS SOUTH OF I-80, UTAH
From 01-JUL-12 00:00:00 to 02-JUL-12 12:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 9.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

The Wood Hollow Fire began on June 23rd near Fountain Green, Utah in Sanpete County. The fire was ignited when gusty winds caused a power line to come too close to the top of another power pole, sparking a grass fire at its base. The electrical ground wires had been removed by copper thieves, which eliminated the system's ability to properly dissipate the electrical current. This fire caused one fatality, a 60-year-old male whose body was found inside a burned car. Two firefighters also sustained minor injuries. In total, the Wood Hollow Fire burned 47,387 acres, and caused extensive property damage. The communities of Indian Ridge, Elk Ridge, Big Hollow, and Oaker Hills all experienced mandatory evacuations. 52 residential buildings were destroyed, 108 other non-residential buildings were destroyed, and there was damage to local power infrastructure and the Indian Ridge water system. Some livestock was lost, with approximately 300 sheep killed and approximately 15 horses killed. In addition to these losses, fire suppression costs totaled $5.8 million. Note that this fire began in June, and the monetary property damages listed here are from the entire length of the fire.