Captain Riley Pilgrim addresses Wildland Urban Interface with Comcast Newmaker. Click below to watch the video. http://comcastnewsmakers.com/2015/07/02/unified-fire-authority/ Wildland Urban Interface is a huge concern to […]

The family pet dog was suffereing from smoke inhalation. Our crews gave the dog some oxegyn therapy and are happy to report that the dog and and family […]

We made this community risk reduction video as a reminder of the consequences of playing with fire. It is our responsibility as a community to not only learn from these unfortunate events, but to help prevent them through education. Unfortunately this fire was caused by the illegal/improper use of fireworks during a Red Flag warning. It is on us as neighbors to identify unwise behaviors and help educate.
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Over the past decade or so, our “Fire Season” has been trending deeper into the fall/winter months. It is important to understand and practice fire safety not only during summer months, but throughout the year as well. Please help in spreading the word by reposting. —————————————
Red Flag criteria occurs whenever a geographical area has been in a dry spell for a week or two, or for a shorter period , if before spring green-up or after fall color, and the National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS) is high to extreme and the following forecast weather parameters are forecasted to be met:
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1) A sustained wind average 15 mph or greater
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2) Relative humidity less than or equal to 25 percent
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3) A temperature of greater than 75 degrees F
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In Utah, dry lightning and unstable air are criteria. A Fire Weather Watch may be issued prior to the Red Flag Warning.

As we approach the 4th of July holiday, the Herriman @unifiedfire provides details on how to report a possible firework violation by calling 801-840-4000 for non-emergency related issues and 911 for emergency fire issues.

BC Pilgrim reviews important firework information.

The drivers credit a Herriman City CPR class for their ability to provide care during the emergency situation. Travis Dinger and Gunner Kelsch were on […]

A fire was started by the illegal use of fireworks in Herriman on Sept. 15, 2018. Please be reminded of this incident and the importance […]

One of the amazing things about living here on the Wasatch Front, is the access to the recreational outdoors that Utah has to offer is […]

In 2013 UFA responded to 35,377 fire and medical calls. Most of these calls are responded to in less than five minutes. Here are some […]

Going back to nature with camping means leaving behind some familiar conveniences. It means using some unfamiliar procedures. To make sure a camping trip is […]