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A new wildfire burning near Nebo Loop Road in Utah County was estimated at 45 acres, Utah Fire Info said. The Payson Fire was threatening structures as ground crews and aircraft worked in the area. Sunday evening, the Payson Fire was renamed the Peteetneet Fire after nearby Peteetneet Creek, which is named for Timpanogos Ute leader Chief Peteetneet. MORE | Wildfires Firefighters battle 'highly active' Broad Fire burning in steep terrain near Weber Canyon Firefighters battle hot spots on 134-acre Broad Fire near Weber Canyon The fire was mapped at 45 acres and remained 0% contained as it burned in brush and rugged terrain. Crews made progress, and additional ground and air resources were expected Monday.
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