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KNEU 1250Uintah Basin Sheriffs have joined a larger cause that pledges to protect the Second Amendment and other Constitutional rights. The Utah Sheriffs’ Association issued a press release this month which states that the pledge is prompted by increasing public concern to safeguard constitutional rights.
Containment is creeping in the right direction on the Bear Fire in Carbon County. According to the Monday update, the lightning-caused fire reached 14 percent containment and 10,932 acres. “Favorable conditions allowed firefighters to get good work done overnight,” shares the report.
As the Co-Chair of the bipartisan House Military Depot, Arsenal, Ammunition Plant and Industrial Facilities Caucus, Representative Blake Moore is leading the call for the military arsenals, depots and ammunition plants to be included in any upcoming infrastructure package.
Most people are aware that scammers may pose as local law enforcement but many do not realize that they can actually call from what appears to be local phone numbers. The Uintah County Sheriff’s Office wants everyone to be aware and alert.
Rattlesnakes are protected under Utah law, making it illegal to harass or kill one. The only exception to this is if you are threatened and defending yourself; otherwise, it is a class B misdemeanor to kill a rattlesnake. The Division of Wildlife Resources offers the following guidelines if you encounter a rattlesnake: Remain calm and do not panic. Stay at least 5 feet from the snake.
State officials continue to emphasize to all that most of Utah is now in Extreme Fire Danger and so to exercise extreme caution. “When conditions are EXTREME all fires are potentially serious because fires start quickly, spread furiously, and burn intensely,” shares Utah Fire Info.
The Bureau of Land Management has issued the following order: Stage 1 Fire Restrictions will go into effect Friday, June 18th, 2021, on all Bureau of Land Management administered lands in Carbon, Daggett, Duchesne, Emery, and Uintah counties due the ongoing potential for catastrophic wildfires.
According to the Sunday report, the Bear Fire has been mapped at 10,526 acres and is approximately 10% contained. Crews made good progress on Saturday on the western side of the fire, putting a dozer line down Ford Ridge.
A man seriously injured in Daggett County while mountain biking was transported to the hospital thanks to some expert help. According to the Daggett County Sheriff’s Office, Dispatch received a call where it was reported that two men were mountain biking in the area just north of Skull Creek Campground when one of the men fell from his bike and could not get up.
The Uintah Basin Jr. Livestock Show was a great success over the weekend, with over 500 entries. Randan Vincent, President of the Jr. Livestock Show committee says it was a great week for all involved. “This year we brought back the breeding show with great support in all 4 divisions,” shares Vincent.
TriCounty Health Department announced in a press release Friday: The tri-county area is experiencing a rise in COVID-19 positive cases, having had 83 new cases between June 6th and June 11th. This increase is significant when compared to previous weeks.
The Public Relations Committee of the Vernal Area Chamber of Commerce has announced that Kevin Remington is the recipient of the Quarterly Outstanding Public Service award for his continued commitment and interest in our community. Community involvement has always been important to Kevin.