"This fire is notable for its large size—over 33,000 acres—and the fact that it was fully contained within a few months, demonstrating effective management by the BLM. The substantial estimated cost reflects the resources required to control such a large natural wildfire."
The Cherry wildfire, located in Juab County, Utah, was discovered on June 26, 2026, and is caused by natural factors. The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) is the jurisdictional agency overseeing the incident. As of the latest report on October 6, 2026, the fire has burned 33,113.27 acres and remains 100% contained, with minimal fire behavior described as smoldering and isolated torching. Over the course of the timeline, the fire’s acreage decreased from 34,252 acres on September 15 to 33,113.27 acres on October 6, while containment stayed at 100% throughout, indicating successful suppression efforts. The incident has involved nine personnel and an estimated cost of $5,714,327.
Official source description: 29 Miles SW from Santaquin, UT
Minimal; Smoldering; Isolated Torching
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Reporting area: . Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
Observed: 2026-10-10 04:00:00 UTC · Site: Spanish Fork.
The fire is currently minimal and contained; general wildfire safety guidance applies, but residents should remain aware of local advisories and avoid unnecessary outdoor activities in the area.
IRWIN ID: {C6C0545C-2BFE-4222-A432-AD7117436AAD}
Discovered: Jun 26, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: BLM
Est. Cost to Date: $5,714,327
Coordinates: 39.8529, -112.3595
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The Cherry Fire has burned 33,113 acres as of October 6, 2026.
Yes, the Cherry Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Cherry Fire is burning in Juab, UT.
The Cherry Fire currently meets our U.S. incident tracking criteria. This does not confirm current fire behavior.
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