The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for fire danger in Summit County.
The county faces critical fire weather conditions Sunday, July 14, from noon until 9 p.m.
After a long period of hot, dry weather, scattered thunderstorms are creating dangerous conditions across most of Utah.
The weather service said erratic winds may cause new or existing fires to spread rapidly.
Residents are urged to avoid any activities that create sparks.
To receive text updates on fire conditions, text SCFIREINFO to 888777.
Red Flag 🚩 Warnings! Hot temperatures, low relative and gusty out flow winds are predicted. Use extreme caution with all things that can spark a wildfire; fireworks, exploding targets, discarded cigarettes, dragging chains, campfires #FireSense is common sense!! @NWSSaltLakeCity pic.twitter.com/qoHSCMrtPd
— Utah Fire Info (@UtahWildfire) July 14, 2024
