Environment & Outdoors

A photo taken on the Saratoga Springs shore of Utah Lake on August 21, 2021....
Heather Peterson

“Planting parties” at Utah Lake working to rid the lake of invasive phragmites

The Utah Lake Authority is hosting "planting parties" to replace an invasive plant species with native vegetation.
2 years ago
Catherine Stapley and her son, Jack, 11 months, play in the water at the Amphitheater Park splash p...
Kennedy Camarena

Higher temperatures in forecast following a cool Fourth of July

Utah's Fourth of July is expected to be a cool one. However, hot temperatures are expected to follow the holiday in high numbers.
2 years ago
Experience bird watching through the eyes of the Great Salt Lake Collaborative....
Emily Calhoun, Utah Public Radio

Wild About Utah: An auto tour of the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge

The Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge Auto Route Tour can give people a way to bird watch and a way to view the Great Salt Lake wetlands.
2 years ago
Two individuals hiking together. Search and Rescue authorities say its safest to use a buddy system...
Josuee Sanchez

Planning to go on an outdoor adventure? Use a buddy system.

A Utah County officer says using a buddy system will help avoid tragedy while hiking or swimming outdoors.
2 years ago
Algal blooms are pictured in Utah Lake at the Lindon Marina in Vineyard on Monday, July 19, 2021. (...
Eric Cabrera

Potentially toxic algal bloom detected at Utah Lake

As blue-green algae is blooming. Authorities issue a warning Provo Bay, Lincoln Beach, American Fork Beach, and Saratoga Springs Marina.
2 years ago
Image of someone picking up a discarded water bottle. The Go Unite non profit hopes to do a lot of ...
Mariah Maynes

Go Unite to host three Trash Pick Up Day events

Go Unite's three events aim to collect and remove over 3,000 pounds of trash.
2 years ago
Fervo Energy geothermal site under construction near Milford, Utah. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt, File)...
Michael Camit

Geothermal energy wells being built in Beaver County

One of the country's largest geothermal energy projects is being built in Beaver County. There are 125 wells being sunk near Milford.
2 years ago
Salt Lake City firefighters go house to house with fireproofing information packets for home owners...
Josuee Sanchez

It’s wildfire season in Utah, is your home ready?

A fireproof home has been cleared of debris that doubles as fuel, including dead branches, dead leaves, and downed trees.
2 years ago
Fervo Energy geothermal site under construction near Milford, Utah. (AP Photo/Ellen Schmidt, File)...
Amanda Dickson

Largest geothermal energy development in the U.S. is here in Utah

The country's largest new geothermal energy development is underway near Milford, Utah, with plans to drill 125 wells over 100,000 acres.
2 years ago
Six bottles of sunscreen surround a white sun with a blue background....
Mariah Maynes

Do you need reef-safe sunscreen at the lake?

Reef-safe sunscreen is recommended to keep chemicals out of the ocean, but the National Park Service said they should also be used by other bodies of water.
2 years ago
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning from noon to 9 p.m. Monday for much of c...
Adam Small

Red flag warning issued for parts of southern and central Utah

The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning from noon to 9 p.m. Monday for much of central and southern Utah.
2 years ago
An image of the ongoing Little Twist wildfire. Utah fire officials have placed fire restrictions on...
Emma Keddington

Northern Utah to implement fire restrictions

Fire officials in Utah are implementing Stage 1 Fire Restrictions for July 1 for several counties across Northern Utah. 
2 years ago
A Red Flag Warning is in place for many areas across Utah. (Canva)...
Emma Keddington

Fire weather warning issued for Salt Lake, Southern Utah

Critical weather conditions in the Salt Lake Deseret and Southern Utah are creating a high fire risk, says the National Weather Service.
2 years ago
The Colorado River is pictured near Moab in Grand County on Friday, April, 26, 2024. A flood watch ...
Kyle Remund

Flood watch in effect for portions of eastern Utah

A flood watch covering parts of eastern Utah and western Colorado is in effect from Sunday, June 30th to Monday, July 1st.
2 years ago
Body of Texas man recovered...
Michael Houck, KSL TV

Search for Texas couple has turned into a ‘recovery effort,’ sheriff office says

The search for a couple from Texas who went missing east of Moab has turned into a recovery effort due to evidence found during the search.
2 years ago
A University of Utah professor is harnessing the power of tiny "nanobubbles" to help tackle environ...
Eric Cabrera

U of U professor using nanobubbles to better environment

A University of Utah professor is harnessing the power of tiny "nanobubbles" to help tackle environmental and medical challenges.
2 years ago
F-35A shown, hill air force Warriors Wasatch show happens this weekend...
Heather Peterson

Brace for heat impacts: High temperatures expected at Hill Air Show

There's not much shade at the Warriors Over the Wasatch air show at Hill Air Force Base, and expected highs in the mid 90s won't help.
2 years ago
arches national park entrance closed due to landslide, us 191...
Sam Herrera

US-191 reopens after landslide at Arches National Park

Moab City noted that it would take time for traffic to move through since the closure had caused a backup.
2 years ago
Great Salt Lake...
Adam Small

Great Salt Lake and Lake Powell reach multi-year highs, but one is already losing water

Great Salt Lake and Lake Powell have seen increased their water levels however, Great Salt Lake has started to recede.
2 years ago
A no camping sign near the area where a grass fire started in Ogden on June 25, 2024. Homeless camp...
MIKE ANDERSON, KSLTV.com

Fire authorities worry that homeless camps could lead to fire risk as temperatures rise

Homeless camps are usually set up in areas that are obscured by trees, brushes and adding dry fuels could create a very dangerous situation, according to police officers.
2 years ago
The Colorado River is pictured by Dead Horse Point State Park in Grand County on Friday, April 26, ...
Michael Camit

Utah’s rivers could lose water at an alarming rate without conservation

While recent winters have brought heavy snowfall, there's still a need to preserve Utah's rivers for future generations.
2 years ago
The Utah County Clerk is defending his decision to disclose the voting method of several lawmakers....
Becky Bruce

Energy independence top issue for Utah GOP

 Salt Lake County Republican Party Chair, Chris Null said he sees the most important issue in 2025 will be energy independence. 
2 years ago
The sun shines down on pedestrians as they walk across the street in Salt Lake City. With much of U...
Amie Schaeffer

Officials urge practicing heat safety during hot weather

Excessive temperatures are hitting many places in Utah and officials are asking people to practice heat safety.
2 years ago
Flash floods could appear in Southern Utah on Sunday and Monday. The Virgin River flows through thr...
Kennedy Camarena and Mark Jackson

Southern Utah: Potential for flash floods on Sunday and Monday, some flooding in Capitol Reef reported

The National Weather Service is predicting a potential of flash floods for Southern Utah on Sunday and Monday.
2 years ago