Forsyth (UTDIF)

First Reported: 2025-06-21 17:01:48 UTC on June 21, 2025
Inciweb page: UTDIF Forsyth
Size: 15363 Acres
Type: Wildfire
Status: Field Active
Percent Contained: 58%
Forsyth (2025-06-21)
15,363 acre wildfire (58% contained)
Toquerville, Utah, United States


Wildfire Status:

The Forsyth wildfire, which ignited on June 19th, 2025, near St. George, Utah, has grown to approximately 15,363 acres and is currently 58% contained. The fire, initially sparked by lightning, has been fueled by hot, dry weather and strong winds, contributing to its rapid spread. Firefighters are actively engaged in patrolling and enhancing containment lines around the Pine Valley community, while also scouting for additional opportunities to control the fire on its southwest and eastern flanks.

Fire agencies are employing a range of resources, with a total of 589 personnel currently deployed to combat the blaze. The incident is managed by Tony DeMasters and the Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team 2. The communities of Pine Valley, Grass Valley, and Pinto remain under a "Ready" evacuation status, indicating that residents should be prepared to evacuate if necessary. A closure order is also in effect for the Pine Valley Ranger District to ensure safety and facilitate firefighting efforts.

Weather conditions are posing a significant challenge to firefighting operations. Elevated fire weather risks persist due to hot temperatures, low humidity, and gusty winds. These conditions are expected to exacerbate fire activity, particularly in areas with dry vegetation. As firefighters continue to monitor and manage the southern edge of the fire, there are concerns over potential fire movement towards critically dry fuels outside the wilderness boundary, especially if control measures do not take effect. The forecast indicates that the situation could remain volatile, with fire potential remaining high in the coming days.

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Containment History:

Date Percent Contained
2025-06-21 0% contained
2025-06-25 0% contained
2025-06-26 5% contained
2025-06-27 8% contained
2025-06-28 22% contained
2025-06-30 26% contained
2025-07-01 32% contained
2025-07-02 42% contained
2025-07-03 43% contained
2025-07-04 46% contained
2025-07-07 47% contained
2025-07-08 51% contained
2025-07-10 52% contained
2025-07-11 58% contained

Fire Growth History:

Date Fire Size (Acres) Fire Size (Square Miles) Fire Size (Square Kilometers)
2025-06-21 1640 acres 2.6 sq mi 6.6 sq km
2025-06-22 1640 acres 2.6 sq mi 6.6 sq km
2025-06-24 7045 acres 11.0 sq mi 28.2 sq km
2025-06-25 8899 acres 13.9 sq mi 35.6 sq km
2025-06-26 9665 acres 15.1 sq mi 38.7 sq km
2025-06-27 10673 acres 16.7 sq mi 42.7 sq km
2025-06-28 11642 acres 18.2 sq mi 46.6 sq km
2025-06-29 12188 acres 19.0 sq mi 48.8 sq km
2025-06-30 12851 acres 20.1 sq mi 51.4 sq km
2025-07-01 13272 acres 20.7 sq mi 53.1 sq km
2025-07-02 13419 acres 21.0 sq mi 53.7 sq km
2025-07-04 13566 acres 21.2 sq mi 54.3 sq km
2025-07-06 13689 acres 21.4 sq mi 54.8 sq km
2025-07-07 13762 acres 21.5 sq mi 55.0 sq km
2025-07-08 14241 acres 22.3 sq mi 57.0 sq km
2025-07-09 14338 acres 22.4 sq mi 57.4 sq km
2025-07-10 14558 acres 22.7 sq mi 58.2 sq km
2025-07-11 15363 acres 24.0 sq mi 61.5 sq km