Wildfire — La Sal & Abajo Mountains, Utah

2024-07-05 to 2024-07-15 · La Sal & Abajo Mountains, Utah

Event narrative

The Babylon Fire started in early July due to a lightning strike 20 miles northwest of Blanding, Utah in the Manti-La Sal National Forest of the Abajo Mountains. The fire grew to 199 acres before it was contained in mid July. The estimated final cost was $500,000.

Wider weather episode

The Babylon Fire started in early July due to a lightning strike 20 miles northwest of Blanding, Utah in the Manti-La Sal National Forest of the Abajo Mountains.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1204646. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.