Fire near Parowan destroys barn, burns 2 acres of sagebrush

Written by Jeff Richards
July 20, 2024

PAROWAN — Firefighters from multiple agencies battled a structure fire between Parowan and Summit in Iron County on Saturday afternoon.

A camper vehicle bursts into flames adjacent to a barn that burned in Parowan Valley, Utah, July 20, 2024 | Photo by Jeff Richards, St. George News / Cedar City News

According to a news release from Iron County Sheriff’s Lt. David Mitchell, dispatchers in Cedar City received a 911 call at 3:19 p.m. reporting a fire in a barn located at approximately 3700 West and 200 South in Parowan Valley.

According to the news release, the fire originated in a single-level barn before spreading to the surrounding yard and threatening a nearby residence.

The blaze also ended up consuming a camper parked near the metal barn, as well as several other vehicles that had been stored inside or near the structure. Brisk winds ended up blowing the flames to the west, where approximately two acres of sagebrush were burned. A few power poles on the northern side of 200 South were also damaged.

No injuries were reported. Officials said the cause of the fire is still under investigation.

Responding agencies included Iron County Sheriff’s Office, Parowan Fire Department, Brian Head Fire Department, Paragonah Fire Department, Color County Interagency Fire and Gold Cross Ambulance. A Rocky Mountain Power crew was also on site to assist with the damaged power poles and lines.

“The Iron County Sheriff’s Office would like to extend their gratitude to all the first responders  who were involved in managing this incident and ensuring the safety of the community,” the news release concluded.

This report is based on preliminary statements from first responders or law enforcement officials and may not contain the full scope of findings.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jeff Richards, a native of Salt Lake City with family roots in Panguitch, lived in Moab for 20 years before joining St. George News in 2017. Jeff is a longtime journalist and secondary school teacher. He and his wife Penny are the parents of five daughters. They also have three young grandsons and one granddaughter. Jeff and his family enjoy swimming, camping, sightseeing, reading, and taking pictures.

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