We would like to express our congratulations to Captain Darin Monsen on his retirement effective Aug. 1st, 2026.

Captain Darin Monsen began his fire service career as a volunteer firefighter with Midvale City in 1986 before becoming a full-time firefighter in 1999. Throughout his career, he dedicated several years to serving as a Fire and EMS Training Officer for the Midvale City Fire Department, helping train and mentor the next generation of firefighters.

In 2011, Captain Monsen joined Unified Fire Authority, where he continued his commitment to serving the community with professionalism, leadership, and compassion. With more than 30 years in the fire service, his career has been defined by dedication, selfless service, and an unwavering commitment to those around him.

As he begins this well-earned retirement, Darin looks forward to spending more time in the mountains, camping, fishing, and hunting with his family and friends.

Reflecting on his career, Captain Monsen shared these heartfelt words with his UFA family:

"It has been an honor to serve our community and an honor to serve alongside some of the greatest brothers and sisters in the fire service."

Thank you, Captain Darin Monsen, for your 26 years of dedicated service to the community and Unified Fire Authority. Your contributions have made a lasting impact on those you`ve served and those who have had the privilege of serving alongside you. We wish you all the best in retirement.

We would like to express our congratulations to Staff Captain Pete Young, on his retirement effective August 1st, 2026.

Pete began his career with UFA as a paid call employee and achieved full-time status in 2009. He has operated in his current capacity as Staff Captain in Logistics since 2014.

Staff Captain Young did have one final message for his UFA Family:

"After 17+ years with this incredible department, it’s time for me to hang up my hat. I want you all to know how much I’ve loved every moment of working alongside you — the challenges we tackled together, the laughs we shared, and the pride I’ve felt being part of something bigger than myself.
Please take good care of the logistics while I’m gone — you’ve got this, and I have complete faith in this team. More than that, take care of each other. That’s what’s always made this place special.
Thank you for the memories. I’ll carry them with me.
With love and gratitude"
Pete Young

Thank you, Staff Captain Young for your dedicated service to Unified Fire Authority. You have been a valued member of our team and have been vital to the success and operation of our organization. We wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

Earlier this afternoon, crews responded to a grass fire in Magna City. As firefighters arrived on scene, additional resources were requested, including aerial water support.

Due to the rapid response and coordinated efforts, crews were able to quickly contain the fire and prevent the spread to nearby structures. The fire was contained to approximately 20 acres and is now fully extinguished.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. There were no reported injuries.

With gratitude, we continue to thank our partnering agencies and responding crews for their quick response, support, and dedication in helping keep our communities safe.

@westvalleycityfire @slcfire @sslfd @westjordanfire @unifiedpolicedepartment @utahhighwaypatrol @mypubliclands

🙌PROMOTIONS🙌

On Monday evening, we recognized and celebrated 14 individuals promoted into new ranks, including two new lateral paramedics joining the UFA family.

Please join us in congratulating these individuals for their dedication and service to our communities:

Battalion Chief: Roger Beckman

Captains:
Sean Brass
Doug Greer
Jefferson Halladay
Kelly Long
Cody Rempfer
Scott Smith

Engineers:
Sergio Alcaraz
Austin Betti
Josh Gehrke
Brian Lantzy
Daniel Leifson

Lateral Paramedics:
Jesse Grindstaff
Tylor Sharp

*Please note that Captains Rob Marriott and Matt McFarland will be recognized at our next promotional ceremony.

A look in to the brush fire from yesterday, at Parleys Historic Nature Park. The park was mixed fuels and estimated to be at 15-20 acres burned.

Despite swirling winds, energized power lines, and nearby homes, the crews were able to make a quick attack on this fire and keep things from progressing. Multiple Brush trucks, water tenders and air support helicopters were brought in for suppression.

We would love to thank all of the agencies who provided us with mutual aid support. We couldn’t have done it without them

Last but not least, these two falcons were rescued, and left on scene with their parents circling in the area

We would like to thank everyone who had a hand in containing this fire and working hard in the heat!

How many lives do cats have again?!
Against incredible odds, firefighters discovered a cat named Toast(yes, that`s really its name!) alive inside the North Union Apartments more than 72 hours after the fire began.
Hidden inside a closet—one of the only spaces left standing in the apartment after the roof collapsed—the resilient cat survived days of smoke, hundreds of thousands of gallons of water being sprayed overhead, and the destruction all around.
Toast the cat was safely reunited with a very grateful owner, and aside from being wet, cold and a little scared, was otherwise healthy. Thank you to @saltlakecountyanimalservices for helping out.
Glad you`re doing ok Toast. 🐈❤️