Wildfire Erupts in North Logan, Forcing Green Canyon Closure and Knocking Out Power

A quiet Sunday in Cache Valley was shattered when a wildfire ignited on the mountainside east of North Logan just before noon.

 

The blaze, officially named the Cache Valley Green Canyon fire, is actively burning near the mouth of Green Canyon on Saddleback Mountain.

 

The fire's proximity to homes along 1900 North created immediate concern for residents.

 

According to Logan City Fire Marshal Craig Humphreys, the fire has scorched approximately five acres so far.

 

Fueled by winds, the flames are pushing steadily up the mountainside, creating a difficult and dynamic situation for emergency responders.

 

In a decisive move to ensure public safety and operational access, authorities have ordered a temporary closure of Green Canyon.

 

This closure is critical to allow firefighting teams the space they need to operate unimpeded.

 

Marshal Humphreys confirmed that a joint force of ground crews and air resources has been deployed.

 

The strategy is an aggressive, full-scale assault aimed at achieving containment as quickly as possible.

 

While no structures have been damaged, the fire has had a significant secondary impact on the community.

 

The blaze is the suspected cause of a major power outage stretching from North Logan to Smithfield.

 

Rocky Mountain Power reported that more than 4,000 customers were suddenly left without electricity.

 

The widespread outage added another layer of urgency to the unfolding emergency.

 

Crews from the utility are working to resolve the issue, with an estimated restoration time of 8 p.m. tonight.

 

The exact cause of the Green Canyon Fire remains under active investigation by officials.

 

Local residents are being asked to avoid the area to keep roadways clear for emergency vehicles.

 

The sight of smoke billowing from the popular canyon has left many in the valley on edge.

 

Firefighters are battling not just the flames, but also the terrain and weather to protect homes and beloved natural landscapes.

 

What is the Green Canyon Fire?

 

The Green Canyon Fire is a wildfire that started on Sunday near the mouth of Green Canyon, east of North Logan in Cache Valley. It is burning on Saddleback Mountain and has prompted an emergency response from local and state agencies.

 

Are any homes in danger?

 

While the fire started near homes along 1900 North, officials have confirmed that no structures have been damaged at this time. Fire crews are working aggressively to keep the flames away from residential areas.

 

Why is the power out in North Logan and Smithfield?

 

The fire is the suspected cause of a major power outage affecting over 4,000 Rocky Mountain Power customers. It is believed the blaze impacted electrical infrastructure in the area. Utility crews are currently working on restoration.