Summary
The county is updating its wildfire protection plan to keep residents safe from fire risks.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Costs for developers may increase slightly to meet the new, more stringent safety requirements.
All county residents benefit from improved fire safety and reduced risk of property damage.
Nearby residents may experience temporary noise or traffic during operations.
Mentions & discussions (23)
UPDATED: Brushy Fire burns near Promontory Point
The Brushy Fire has now burned more than 10,000 acres in Box Elder County and is 45% contained. Photo courte...
Wildfire in Box Elder County burns over 10,000 acres as winds pick up
Wildfire in Box Elder County burns over 10,000 acres as winds pick up FOX 13 News Utah
Brushy Fire grows past 10,000 acres, reaches 25% containment in Box Elder County
Brushy Fire grows past 10,000 acres, reaches 25% containment in Box Elder County KUTV
Brushy Fire grows to 10,000 acres, reaches 25% containment
BOX ELDER COUNTY, Utah — The Brushy Fire expanded to 10,002 acres and reached 25% containment as of Friday afternoon, state fire officials announced.Aviation resources first noticed the blaze on Wednesday eveni...
UPDATED: New fire burns near Promontory Point
The Brushy Canyon Fire has now burned more than 10,000 acres in Box Elder County and is 25% contained. Photo...
Brushy Canyon Fire surges to 8,000 acres in Box Elder County, remains uncontained
BOX ELDER COUNTY, Utah — The Brushy Canyon Fire has expanded to an estimated 8,000 acres and remains 0% contained after extreme winds fueled its spread, fire officials announced Thursday night.
UPDATED: New fire burns on Promontory Point
The Brushy Canyon Fire has now burned 8,000 acres in Box Elder County and is 0% contained. Photo courtesy Ut...
75 mph winds fuel Brushy Canyon Fire, mapped at 8,000 acres in Box Elder County
75 mph winds fuel Brushy Canyon Fire, mapped at 8,000 acres in Box Elder County KUTV
More than 1,350 acres burn in four blazes last week - Box Elder News Journal
Four wildfires ignited across Box Elder County between Thursday and Saturday, burning more than 1,350 acres, forcing evacuations near Garland, closing Interstate 15 and drawing fire departments from throughout northern Utah. The first was the Little Mountain Fire, reported Thursday afternoon west of Bear River City and Corinne, near the Box Elder County Landfill. Utah Fire Info initially estimated the <a href="https://www.benewsjournal.com/articles/more-than-1350-acres-burn-in-four-blazes-last-week/">[&hellip;]</a>
Fourth grass fire in 3 days sears west Box Elder County
Fourth grass fire in 3 days sears west Box Elder County Gephardt Daily
Evacuations lifted as Harley Fire reaches 75% containment in Box Elder County
BOX ELDER COUNTY, Utah — Firefighters reached 75% containment on the 199-acre Harley Fire Saturday evening, allowing emergency officials to lift all evacuation orders even as a new wildfire ignited elsewhere in Box Elder County.
BREAKING: Fourth fire burns in Box Elder County
The Harley Fire is seen burning in near Garland and Tremonton Friday evening. Jessi Ellis/The Leader ...
Harley Fire holds at 199 acres near Garland as Harley Drive evacuations continue
BOX ELDER COUNTY, Utah — The human-caused Harley Fire held at an estimated 199 acres with 25% containment Saturday morning as firefighting crews worked perimeter lines and utility teams repaired damaged infrastructure, according to incident commanders.
UPDATED: Fourth fire burns in Box Elder County
The Harley Fire is seen burning in near Garland and Tremonton Friday evening. Jessi Ellis/The Leader ...
County Commission - Jul 22, 2026
The county is looking at a new funding program to help homeowners in wildfire-prone areas install fire protection systems. This is a proactive step to improve safety in high-risk zones.
County Commission - May 13, 2026
The county is updating its wildfire protection plan to keep residents safe from fire risks.
Planning Commission (Regular) - Jul 17, 2025
Rocky Mountain Power needs to store steel poles locally to help with wildfire prevention work. They are proposing a 3-acre storage yard with safety and dust controls.
Box Elder County fire grows to nearly 7,000 acres, county says ‘thank you’ for support
BOX ELDER COUNTY — Progress has been made on a Box Elder County fire. In a post on its official Facebook Page Monday, as of noon, the fire was holding at 6,889 acres and was 65% contained. “The cause remains under investigation,” the post said. “Fire crews remain on scene to watch for hot spots.” […]
4 structures destroyed as crews continue to fight Babylon Fire
4 structures destroyed as crews continue to fight Babylon Fire
Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July
Where you can and can't light personal fireworks in Utah this Fourth of July
Wildfires continue to prompt closures across Utah
Wildfires continue to prompt closures across Utah
Wildfire threatening ranches in Box Elder County
Wildfire threatening ranches in Box Elder County
Motorcyclist dies in crash after traffic buildup caused by Broad Fire
Motorcyclist dies in crash after traffic buildup caused by Broad Fire
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