Eva Terry, Deseret News
Utah’s wildfire season built for months before the flames arrived
With about half of the summer remaining, Utah has already experienced 390 wildfires. The majority of the burnt acreage is due to a handful of massive fires that quickly grew out of control.16 days ago
Eric Cabrera
Utah’s largest wildfires have already cost nearly $40 million to fight as officials warn prevention remains key
Fighting Utah's largest wildfires has already cost an estimated nearly $40 million this season, and state officials said that number will continue climbing17 days ago
Devin Oldroyd, KSL
San Juan County’s Babylon Fire burns four structures, 48,000 acres
At least four structures and 48,000 acres have burned as the Babylon Fire continues to scorch parts of Utah's San Juan County.17 days ago
Heather Peterson
Generations-old family ranch among the 150 structures destroyed by the Cottonwood Fire
Families who lost properties to the Cottonwood Fire in Utah are getting their first look at which structures, if any, remain.17 days ago
Becky Bruce
Earlier monsoon season likely won’t be enough to tame Utah wildfires completely
The possible earlier arrival of monsoon season in 2026 could help, but probably can't fix, Utah's massive wildfires.17 days ago
Eva Terry, Deseret News
This Utah town is watching its mountain and way of life burn
The Cottonwood Fire has spread across 94,000 acres since it ignited on June 21. As of Monday evening, it was only 4% contained, and multiple structures have already been lost.17 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
‘It’s pretty sad’: Utah’s largest fire likely destroyed iconic ‘Big Tree,’ ranger says
A massive ponderosa pine tree that was a fixture of the Tushar Mountains and a tourism attraction near Beaver appears to have been a victim of the Cottonwood Fire.17 days ago
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News
Utah divided over July 4th fireworks ban as wildfires rage across the state
On Thursday, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox took prohibited fireworks statewide for the 250th anniversary of the USA amid what he called the worst wildfire conditions in living memory.18 days ago
Kennedy Camarena, KSL
Identities of 3 firefighters killed in Utah wildfires are released
Three firefighters from three different states died on Saturday while battling a fire at the border of Utah and Colorado, and their names were released Monday.18 days ago
Joe Wirthlin, KSL
Juab County evacuations ordered after 2 new fires merge into 20,000-acre blaze
Residents in Eureka, Mammoth and Silver City in Juab County were ordered to evacuate Friday night after two new wildfires merged into a blaze estimated at 20,000 acres.20 days ago
Joe Wirthlin, KSL
Fires spread across Utah, burning more than 180,000 acres
More than 180,000 acres have already burned from fires this year, state and federal firefighters reported early Saturday.20 days ago
Becky Bruce, KSL
Evacuation ordered for Eureka, Mammoth, Silver City
Fast-moving wildfires led Juab County officials to order the evacuation of Eureka, Mammoth and Silver City.21 days ago
Becky Bruce
More Utah cities ban fireworks ahead of Independence Day
Multiple Utah cities rushed to ban fireworks inside their boundaries on Friday, after the governor's order made it possible to do so without legislative action.21 days ago
Eric Cabrera
Why Utah firefighters may not get a break anytime soon
Utah firefighters are responding to a steady stream of new fire starts, and forecasters warn the hot, dry and windy conditions driving them aren't expected to ease anytime soon.21 days ago
Alex Cabrero, KSL
Family mourns loss of Beaver Mountain cabin burned in Cottonwood Fire
Evan Stapley's family cabin in Beaver was destroyed in the Cottonwood Fire which has burned tens of thousands of acres in Beaver and Piute counties.21 days ago
Joe Wirthlin, KSL
New, small wildfires reported across Utah
Various new wildfires ignited across Utah on Friday, including in central Utah, adding to the growing number of acres burned.21 days ago
Joe Wirthlin, KSL
New wildfire reported in Millard County could impact I-70
A new wildfire was spotted in Millard County on Friday that could pose a threat to traffic on Interstate 70.21 days ago
Joe Wirthlin, KSL
‘Particularly dangerous situation’ pushes Cottonwood Fire to 71,000 acres
The Cottonwood fire continues to grow under a particularly dangerous red-flag warning, with fire officials announcing Friday that it has grown to nearly 72,000 acres.21 days ago
Joe Wirthlin, KSL
Utah governor announces temporary statewide ban on personal fireworks
Following a week of wildfires burning more than 100,000 acres across Utah, Gov. Spencer J. Cox announced temporary statewide fireworks restrictions on Thursday.22 days ago
Tyrese Boone, KSL
Red Cross urges fireworks caution ahead of holidays
The American Red Cross of Utah is urging residents to skip personal fireworks this holiday season as wildfire danger remains high across the state heading into the Fourth of July and Pioneer Day.22 days ago
Carter Williams, KSL
Campfires banned at 2 Utah national forests amid uptick of human-caused wildfires
The U.S. Forest Service is temporarily banning campfires on land it manages in central and southwest Utah, as fire activity has swelled over the past week.22 days ago
Don Brinkerhoff, KSL
Wildfires could lead to encounters with snakes
Snakes may try to make their way into portions of your home or yards in order to escape from wildfire. The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources offers solutions.22 days ago
Joe Wirthlin, KSL
Cottonwood Fire continues its spread to 70,000 acres
The Cottonwood Fire continued to grow overnight, increasing its size to an estimated 70,992 acres by Thursday morning.22 days ago
