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SAN JUAN COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — A new fire has started on the southeast side of Utah, and authorities say homes are threatened and evacuations are in effect.
According to Utah Fire Info, the Deer Creek Fire is near Old La Sal, Utah. Responders are estimating it to be between 200 and 600 acres, and say homes are threatened by the spread.
The San Juan County Sheriff’s Office says that those who are being evacuated from the area can go to the La Sal Community Center for shelter. Old La Sal Road is closed to all traffic until further notice.
Utah Fire Info is reporting that firefighting resources are actively engaged, and the sheriff’s office is asking that everyone stay clear of restricted areas and follow emergency personnel instructions.
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