The combination of the worst snowpack on record and fast-spreading wildfires is changing the job description for ranchers in the Rocky Mountains.

Federal wildlife officials downlisted the razorback sucker to threatened status, but its life is still difficult.

Overuse, drought and climate change have pummeled the lake fed by the imperiled Colorado River to near historic lows, made worse by the driest winter on record and extreme heat. Even so, businesses on the lake say there's still plenty of water to recreate.

The combined amount of water in Lake Powell and Lake Mead is now the lowest it has been in nearly 70 years.

“Until you get either some kind of congressional solution or a binding judicial opinion as to what the president's authority is, then we get the unfortunate result of having things bounce back and forth” with Bears Ears and Grand Staircase, said one public lands law expert.

Environmental advocates argue that new water-sharing rules can and should keep the river flowing for plants, animals, people and infrastructure.

Swamp coolers use less electricity and are more often found in older homes. But they can only cool the air so much when the mercury climbs to triple digits.

People in Monticello, Utah, have been tense and preparing to evacuate since shortly after the Babylon Fire started June 26.

Wyoming, Montana, Idaho and Washington could take over management, but hunting will not immediately be on the table.

The national preparedness level has yet to hit its highest level, but resources are under pressure. Nearly 17,000 people have been assigned to the fires, along with hundreds of engines and air support.

Even though Utah has resources, many people look to their neighbors when they need help with animal evacuations. Local rescues and the Utah State University extension can help with livestock and finding foster homes while locals wait to go back home.

The National Weather Service has issued a weekend extreme heat watch. Utahns should expect temperatures up to 15 degrees above the norm.