"The fire’s rapid growth to over 3,500 acres in just a few days, combined with the deployment of nearly 600 personnel and a cost exceeding $20 million, highlights the significant resource commitment required for large, naturally ignited wildfires in the region."
The Black Canyon wildfire, located 29 miles southwest of Price in Sanpete County, Utah, was discovered on July 30, 2026. The fire, caused by natural factors and managed by the USFS, rapidly expanded from 1,736 acres on August 6 to a peak of 3,576 acres on August 9 before stabilizing around 3,564 acres. Containment remained at 0% until August 12, when it first reached 9%, and steadily increased to 100% by September 9. Personnel peaked at 587 on August 17, with estimated costs rising from $2.2 million on August 7 to $20.65 million by September 8. Fire behavior shifted from active uphill runs and torching to moderate flanking and eventually minimal smoldering as containment progressed.
Official source description: 29 Miles SW from Price, UT
Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering; Single Tree Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Price. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is now fully contained and in a minimal, smoldering state. General wildfire safety guidance still applies, but no immediate evacuation or fire danger is expected in the area.
IRWIN ID: {C1ED0EF1-0BD2-41C2-9292-41C6DF3DD61F}
Discovered: Jul 30, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $20,651,300
Coordinates: 39.383, -111.308
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The Black Canyon Fire has burned 3,264 acres as of September 9, 2026.
Yes, the Black Canyon Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Black Canyon Fire is burning in Sanpete, UT.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Black Canyon Fire remains active.
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