Airplanes fly around to lay fire retardant down to control the perimeter of the fire. They flew all throughout Sunday evening to create a safe perimeter around the inflamed area. (Daegan Beus)
The U.S. Forest Service and Provo Fire and Rescue are battling a wildfire in Buckley Draw Canyon, near Slate Canyon and Khyv Peak road, that has burned up to 400 acres since it was reported Sunday evening.
Provo City Government said on Facebook that it was first notified of the blaze around 5 p.m. Sunday.
Helicopter refill
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
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Helicopter refill
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
Daegan Beus
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
Daegan Beus
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
Daegan Beus
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Helicopters scoop up water from orange pools that authorities set up near the location of the fire, to quickly fly in and out to battle the wildfire. A fleet of helicopters flew across the neighboring foot hills of the fire to refill and then quickly flew back to the fire in Buckley Draw Canyon.
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"Helicopters and airplane tankers are working the fire, as well as crews from Provo Fire, Utah County Fire and the Fire Service," Provo City Government said.
Mayor Michelle Kafusi expressed how proud she was on the quick and timely response of first responders and how the wildfire is an "all hands on deck" situation.
The U.S. Forest Service reported Monday morning, Aug. 18, that the cause of the fire is currently under investigation, but "multiple local, county, state and federal fire engines and crews are on scene."
The U.S. Forest Service worked throughout the night, using direct and indirect fire suppression tactics, and will continue to do so throughout Monday, hoping to assume command of the fire. They will have continued assistance from helicopters and ground crews.
Authorities issued a warning to residents to remain out of the area.
"Please stay out of the fire area and off of the trails for your safety and that of the firefighters working," the U.S. Forest Service said.
There are currently no calls for evacuations being ordered.
Airplanes and helicopters fighting Buckley Draw wildfire
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Helicopters with tanks and Bambi buckets flying from designated water sources and back into the scene of the fire all evening. Other airplanes worked with them with fire retardant, creating a clear perimeter to work in, to effectively fight the wildfire.
Daegan Beus
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Helicopters with tanks and Bambi buckets flying from designated water sources and back into the scene of the fire all evening. Other airplanes worked with them with fire retardant, creating a clear perimeter to work in, to effectively fight the wildfire.
Daegan Beus
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Helicopters with tanks and Bambi buckets flying from designated water sources and back into the scene of the fire all evening. Other airplanes worked with them with fire retardant, creating a clear perimeter to work in, to effectively fight the wildfire.
Daegan Beus
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Helicopters with tanks and Bambi buckets flying from designated water sources and back into the scene of the fire all evening. Other airplanes worked with them with fire retardant, creating a clear perimeter to work in, to effectively fight the wildfire.
Daegan Beus
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Helicopters with tanks and Bambi buckets flying from designated water sources and back into the scene of the fire all evening. Other airplanes worked with them with fire retardant, creating a clear perimeter to work in, to effectively fight the wildfire.
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Helicopters with tanks and Bambi buckets flying from designated water sources and back into the scene of the fire all evening. Other airplanes worked with them with fire retardant, creating a clear perimeter to work in, to effectively fight the wildfire.
