What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of September 5, 2025, the Monroe Canyon Fire is a contained fire in Sevier and Piute Counties, Utah. Situated within the Fishlake National Forest, the fire was blazing across Monroe Mountain and Cove Mountain (1). The fire burned approximately 73,746 acres.
Elk Country, Porters, Big Lake, and Long Flat were impacted by the fire.
Which cities or areas are affected by the Monroe Canyon wildfire?
The cities and areas affected by the Monroe Canyon Fire included:
- Annabella
- Big Lake
- Christensen Springs
- Elk Country
- Glenwood
- Long Flat
- Magleby and Monroe Meadows
- Monroe
- Porters
- Richfield
What is the current containment status of the Monroe Canyon wildfire?
As of September 5, the Monroe Canyon Fire is 100% contained (2).
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
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- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
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- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of September 5, 2025, this fire is 100% contained.
