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SALT LAKE CITY — Fire officials have gained containment on two Weber County blazes, but are warning people to stay away from the Avon Fire.
The fire is burning about 6 miles north of Eden and was 50 percent contained as of 6:45 p.m. Saturday. The North Fork Fire, burning near Utaba Reservoir northwest of Eden, was 80 percent contained as of Saturday morning.
There are at least six active wildfires burning across the state, according to Utah fire officials.
Friday's fire coverage:
New fire sparks in Weber County; Avon Fire 10 percent contained
A wildfire that grew 780 acres in size within a few hours of sparking Thursday was caused by target shooting, according to Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands spokeswoman LeAnn Fox.This story will be updated throughout the day with the latest fire information.
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