Interagency Fire

A sign at Snow Canyon State Park in southwest Utah warns visitors of dangerous wildfire conditions, July 29, 2023

The extreme heat is here, threatening to ramp up Utah’s wildfire season in a hurry

David Condos

The latest outlook from the National Interagency Fire Center predicts above-normal potential for significant fires in southwest and northwest Utah this summer.

The relatively slow wildfire season in Utah has allowed wildland firefighters more time for prevention efforts, such as training, meeting with fire-prone communities and clearing brush. This photo shows an engine academy trained local crews in central Utah on May 20-21, 2023.

Science & Environment

Utah just saw its quietest wildfire season in at least 2 decades

David Condos

Thanks to wet weather and prevention efforts, Utah’s had fewer fires this year than any other year since at least 2002.

An aerial view of the Red Bridge Fire captured by the Utah National Guard. The fire started on Sunday, April 23, in the River Bottoms south of Fort Duchesne. The Utah National Guard says they completed 20 bucket drops fighting the fire, April 24, 2023.

Science & Environment

Sorry, Utah. Even with a wet year, we’re not out of the woods for wildfires

Martha Harris

“A lot can change between now and the heart of summer,” said Jon Meyer, the assistant state climatologist at the Utah Climate Center.

News

Lightening Sparks First Fire of the Summer

Bob Nelson

The first notable fire of the 2016 season has crews busy controlling a blaze started by lightening in the desert terrain of West-central Utah. By Friday…