What are the names and locations of the wildfires?
As of June 26, 2026, the Iron Fire is burning approximately 4 miles northwest of Eureka in Utah, affecting portions of Juab and Tooele counties. The wildfire has impacted areas near Highway 6 and Highway 36, remaining under active firefighting and containment efforts (1).
The Hastings Fire is burning near Hastings Pass Road, approximately 2 miles east of Aragonite Road in the Hastings Pass area of Utah. The fire is located in Tooele County and has affected lands near the Interstate 80 corridor (2).
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfires?
The Iron Fire has affected the following communities and areas:
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Eureka
- Elberta
- Goshen
- Highway 6 corridor
- Highway 36 corridor
The Hastings Fire has affected the following areas:
- Hastings Pass
- Rydalch Pass area
- Interstate 80 corridor
- Recreation areas north of Rydalch Pass
Smoke from these fires and the Cottonwood fire is also impacting air quality in several cities:
- Grand Junction, Colorado
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Mesa, Colorado
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Moab, Utah
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Montrose, Colorado
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Salt Lake City, Utah
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Silverton, Colorado
What is the current containment status of the wildfires?
As of June 26, 2026, the Iron Fire is estimated at 40,445.3 acres and is 26% contained. Firefighters continue direct and indirect suppression operations, structure protection efforts, and containment line construction around the fire perimeter.
The Hastings Fire is estimated at approximately 26,422.6 acres and is 75% contained. Crews continue firing operations, perimeter reinforcement, and overnight cleanup activities to improve containment.
Are there any evacuation orders, warnings, or shelter information?
A Level 3 "Go" evacuation order remains in effect for the Town of Eureka due to the Iron Fire.
Available shelters include:
- Elberta LDS Chapel, 15456 S 12800 W St, Elberta, Utah
- Goshen LDS Chapel, 75 S Center St, Goshen, Utah
No evacuation orders have been reported for the Hastings Fire. However, the public is advised to avoid the fire area and recreation north of Rydalch Pass due to rapidly changing fire conditions.
How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
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Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of June 26, 2026, the Iron Fire is 26% contained.
The Hastings Fire is 75% contained.
