08-08-2020 01:08 via sltrib.com

I-80 open as Parleys Canyon fire now at 80 acres

The fire burning near Mount Aire in Parleys Canyon was said to be only 80 acres Friday, but that was still enough to close a major American thoroughfare and evacuate nearby homeowners.No structures had been reported damaged or destroyed. Interstate 80 reopened about 5 p.m. Friday after being closed for most of the day.Kait Webb, a spokeswoman for the Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands warned the interstate could be closed again if the blaze flares or smoke becomes a hazard. On ramps and
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