Wildfire
Ryan Meeks
Crews respond to two fires in Payson one has grown to 100 acres
Fire crews in Payson responded to two fires near Utah Lake Monday afternoon. One of which is an orchard fire that has now spread to 100 acres4 years ago
John Wojcik
Utah Wildfires: Three fires burning in Tooele Co. largest at 2,900 acres
Fire officials say there are three wildfires burning in Utah with three alone burning in Tooele County. The largest one, the Big Springs Fire, is estimated to have burned almost 3,000 acres.4 years ago
Ryan Meeks
The Stillwater fire near Utah lake growing rapidly as multiple crews respond
Aircraft and several engines are responding to the Stillwater fire that is burning west of Utah Lake and estimated to be 30 acres an growing.4 years ago
Madeleine Porter
Pecan Fire is quickly spreading in Washington County
Officials say the Pecan Fire in Washington County started due to a welder sparking dry grass. 20 vehicles at a salvage yard were destroyed.4 years ago
Marc Giaque
Evacuations ordered after fast-moving fire in Juab County
Utah Fire info reports a fast-moving blaze has caused evacuations on Rocky Ridge in Juab County4 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Huge spike in human-caused fires as fire season starts in Utah
Firefighters across Utah are warning about a huge spike in human-caused fires as they prepare for an above-average fire season in the state, and with a warmer than normal summer predicted, firefighters are worried it could get a lot worse.4 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Firefighters prep for a hotter and drier than normal summer in Utah
Utah fire officials are prepping for a busy summer after a prediction by the NOAA that this summer will be hotter than normal.4 years ago
John Wojcik
Most of Utah entering “fire watch” over weekend
Weather officials say strong winds paired with dry conditions will make for potentially hazardous fire conditions next week. Those camping are urged to take precautions in order to prevent possibly starting a wildfire.4 years ago
Colby Walker
Juvenile suspect in 200 acre Saddle Fire in custody
Wasatch County Fire officials say a juvenile suspect is in custody, accused of starting the Saddle Fire, burning more than 200 acres near Midway.4 years ago
Madeleine Porter
Saddle Fire burning near Midway, homes evacuated
Crews are responding to a brush fire north of Midway, Utah they're calling the Saddle Fire. Several homes have been evacuated.4 years ago
Kelli Pierce
Utah cities among worst for air quality in the country…but there’s some good news
The American Lung Association released its latest "State of the Air" report, which ranks Salt Lake City and Logan, Utah in the top 20 cities for worst air quality in the country. However, it's not all bad news.4 years ago
SETH BORENSTEIN AP Science Writer
Study: Warming makes US West megadrought worst in modern age
A new study finds that much of the western United States is baking in what scientists call an emerging megadrought.4 years ago
Jack Guy and Mary Ilyushina, CNN
Wildfires near Chernobyl under control, Ukrainian authorities say
Wildfires near the Chernobyl power plant are now under control, Ukrainian authorities said Tuesday.4 years ago
Emma Reynolds, CNN
Australian fires ‘contained’ for first time in New South Wales
All fires burning in the Australian state of New South Wales have been declared contained for the first time this season.4 years ago
Mary Richards
Deeper snowpacks happen after wildfires in Utah
A new study looks at what wildfires do to the snowpack level in Utah. Even as devastating as wildfires are, a deeper snowpack seems like a great side effect -- at first.4 years ago
ROD McGUIRK Associated Press
3 American firefighters killed in Australia after plane crashes
Three American crew members have died when a C-130 Hercules aerial water tanker crashed while battling wildfires in southeastern Australia.4 years ago
Eric Cheung, CNN
First fires, then floods. Now Australians need to watch out for deadly funnel-web spiders, experts say
Australia has already dealt with extreme fires, flooding and hail this year. Now experts are warning people to watch out for deadly funnel-web spiders due to "perfect conditions" for the arachnid to thrive.4 years ago
MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Business Writer
Judge threatens to force PG&E to hire more tree trimmers
A federal judge is threatening to force Pacific Gas & Electric to hire more tree trimmers to reduce the chances of its electrical grid igniting fires in Northern California.4 years ago
Christina Zdanowicz, CNN
A 6-year-old is making clay koalas to raise money for the Australian fires. He’s raised over $20,000
One little boy has done so much to help his animal friends in Australia and he's doing it by making one clay koala at a time.4 years ago
Amir Vera and Amanda Jackson, CNN
Australia is dropping thousands of veggies from helicopters for hungry animals escaping bushfires
Australia is dropping tons of veggies from helicopters for animals affected by the wildfires.4 years ago
NICK PERRY Associated Press
Australia turns from defense to offense in wildfire battle
Crews battling Australia's wildfires say they have been able to turn from defense to offense for the first time in weeks thanks to a break in the weather.4 years ago
Colby Walker
Storms bring relief and danger to Australian wildfires
Thunderstorms and showers have brought some relief for firefighters battling deadly wildfires across Australia’s drought-parched east coast. But the storms have also raised concerns that more fires will be sparked by lightning strikes when hot and windy conditions return.4 years ago
Jessie Yeung, CNN
Australian military embark on rescue missions as deadly wildfires threaten to burn towns to the ground
Australian authorities are launching naval and air rescue operations along the country's southeast coast as deadly wildfires intensify, stranding residents and tourists in towns that may be wiped out by Saturday.4 years ago
