Carter Williams, KSL
Helicopter with 2 on board crashes near Widemouth 2 Fire
A helicopter carrying two people crashed near a massive wildfire burning in central Utah on Friday, federal aviation officials confirmed.2 hours ago
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL
Video shows fire threatening building in Riverdale along I-84
A fire near Riverdale closed a portion of I-84 on Thursday and threatened a building near the interstate, with flames intermittently visible on traffic cameras.24 hours ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Utah, feds launch $18M recovery effort in Beaver area; Widemouth 2 Fire grows
The U.S. Forest Service announced it is committing $9.2 million to recovery efforts following the Cottonwood Fire, which burned over 97,400 acres in and around Fishlake National Forest1 day ago
Annette Campbell, KSL
Fire leaves scorched hillsides along Parley’s Historic Trail, officials urge caution
A fire near Parley's Historic Trail left visible damage along one of Salt Lake City's popular outdoor recreation areas, with hikers reporting scorched hillsides and ash-covered ground.2 days ago
Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL
Residents near Widemouth 2 Fire can return home, urged to be prepared to evacuate again
Evacuations were lifted Wednesday for most residents near the Widemouth 2 Fire burning in Millard County, but officials warned them to be ready to evacuate again if needed.2 days ago
Cami Mondeaux, Deseret News
Wildfire prevention emerges as a rare bipartisan priority in Congress
With wildfire raging across the West, blind to the political affiliations of those who are affected, lawmakers in Congress from both sides of the aisle are racing to find a solution.2 days ago
Andrew Adams, KSL
Sevier County residents watch skies, hillside as Widemouth 2 Fire approaches
Residents expressed concerns about smoke and the approaching Widemouth 2 Fire on Tuesday as crews said the massive wildfire had expanded to more than 79,000 acres.2 days ago
Debbie Worthen, KSL
Smoke blankets Utah, prompting air quality concerns across the state
Smoke from wildfires is creating potentially dangerous air quality conditions across Utah. It's prompting health officials to urge residents to take precautions.3 days ago
Devin Oldroyd and Shelby Lofton, KSL
Large brush fire sparks in Millcreek nature preserve
Fire crews responded to a large brush fire in Millcreek on I-80 near the mouth of Parleys Canyon on Monday evening.4 days ago
Adam Small
2026 lining up to be one of the worst years for wildfire damage in Utah
The Utah Division of Forestry, Fire and State Lands said 2026 has become the second-worst year for wildfire damage in Utah history.4 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Widemouth 2 Fire spikes to 68,000 acres; additional wildfire smoke arrives in Utah
New evacuations are being ordered in central Utah, as the Black Canyon wildfire could move toward a subdivision.4 days ago
Kennedy Camarena and Mary Culbertson, KSL
Gov. Cox cautions against ‘careless action’ as Utah’s wildfire preparedness level rises
As Millard County's Widemouth 2 Fire prompted evacuations on Sunday, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox signaled a warning to the region and to "every Utahn" about wildfire safety.4 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Video: New wildfire spawns rare ‘firenado’ as it burns through central Utah
Utah's newest large fire spawned a rare "firenado" that was caught on video as it quickly burned thousands of acres in central Utah on Tuesday.9 days ago
Devin Oldroyd, KSL and Joe R. Wirthlin Jr, KSL
Evacuations issued in Millard County due to Widemouth 2 Fire
An evacuation was ordered for people living south of Kanosh Wednesday morning as crews worked to contain the Widemouth 2 Fire.9 days ago
Dan Rascon and Tim Vandenack, KSL
Man injured in Washington Terrace fire dies, children say
Ted Burrell, age 87, was injured in Monday's fire near Washington Terrace and died later that night, two of his children told KSL.10 days ago
Becky Bruce
Fourth firefighter has died after deadly June fire
Nathan Matthews, a wildland firefighter injured in a burnover incident near the Utah/Colorado state line last month, has died.12 days ago
Devyn Latorre
Red Cross volunteer uses experience with fire to help others
The fire that destroyed the home of a Red Cross volunteer is shaping how she helps and teaches others to prevent fires.15 days ago
Mckenna Rodriguez , KSL
Beaver residents ‘left in limbo,’ can’t assess home damage until SR-153 reopens
A Beaver resident said he and his neighbors are in limbo after fires and flooding damaged the road through Beaver Canyon, causing a road closure.15 days ago
Kennedy Camarena, KSL
Where you can and can’t light personal fireworks this Pioneer Day
Utah Governor Spencer Cox has issued a "hybrid fireworks policy" for the Fourth of July. Here's what that means for your city.16 days ago
Becky Bruce
Emergency declared in portions of Utah after wildfires, flooding in three counties
Declaring an emergency after the flooding and wildfires that struck Beaver, Piute and Sevier counties allows the state to devote more resources to recovery.16 days ago
Eric Cabrera
Disaster recovery expert explains why flooding after the Cottonwood Fire creates new challenges in Beaver County
After the loss of homes and businesses to wildfire, residents near the Cottonwood Fire in Utah had another disaster to avert: flash flooding and debris flows.17 days ago
Shelby Lofton, KSL
Donations pour in for woman who lost five family members in southern Utah flash flood
A campaign created to support a 23-year-old woman who lost 5 family members in a southern Utah flash flood is drawing donations nationally.17 days ago
Heather Peterson
Beaver County suffers from loss of tourism due to Cottonwood Fire
The Cottonwood Fire is ruining summer tourism in Beaver County, as businesses and county leaders grapple with the lost income.21 days ago
