Wildfire Season

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

“[The drought’s] probably not going to go away in one year, but we are in a better situation than we were this time last year,” said a state coordinator.

With wildfire seasons growing longer and stronger across the Mountain West, companies that do prevention work are staying busy.

Wildfires are increasingly threatening Utah homes and communities. Here are some things to help you prepare.

People are the leading cause of fires in Utah. Currently, the biggest concern for officials is campfires.

If air tanker resources fall short, a specialized team of military personnel can help. This year is shaping up to be another extreme fire season, so having this backup may be especially helpful.

Vegetation across Utah is extremely dry, and fire officials are preparing for another busy year. Here are the answers to some frequently asked questions about wildfires.

The latest Utah news for Thursday morning, April 14, 2022

The latest Utah news for Wednesday morning, April 13, 2022

The latest Utah news for Monday evening, March 28, 2022

The latest Utah news from Tuesday morning, Sept. 28, 2021.

Communities across the West typically have wildfire plans. They lay out how to evacuate, where to send people and what to do. But those may need an update.