Fire Burning in Southern Utah


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(KSL News) Firefighters are battling a wildfire in Southern Utah tonight.

The Vanderburg fire has burned close to 15 acres near the town of Kannarraville. Smoke could be seen from I-15.

Several structures are being threatened, including some power lines.

There's no word yet on the cause of the fire.

A raging wildfire is forcing homeowners near Ketchum, Idaho, to evacuate tonight. The area had been under a voluntary order, but high winds have fueled the flames, and officials say they expect the fire to grow rapidly.

The fire began on Thursday and has already burned 7,000 acres. It is zero percent contained at this point.

There are about 200 fire fighters battling the blaze.

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