Fire Prevention

Across the West, fast-moving fires wrecked havoc in neighborhoods this summer. A network of scientists and fire experts have joined forces to seek research-based solutions to the problem.

In other news, Tooele Valley residents are opposing a possible data center, concerned about water and a lack of transparency. And, fire restrictions are dropping at some national parks.

Teton County started raising money in February, when early signs of a bad fire season were already showing. Since then, they've raised nearly $200,000, helping secure the position for three years.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says the rule hampers land and wildfire management. Environmental groups argue that, according to the government's own data, it would actually increase fire risk.

Large fires are raging in Utah and across the West. One of the most common fire safety mistakes is leaving campfires unattended or not fully extinguishing them.

The new U.S. Forest Service chief pointed to an already devastating wildfire season, arguing active management is critical to wildfire resilience and the long-term health of forests.

Most municipalities are still keeping their Fourth of July fireworks shows. Some are also designating specific areas for residents to set off their own fireworks.

Gov. Spencer Cox issued the emergency order on Thursday as wildfires rage across the state, including the devastating Cottonwoods Fire near Beaver.

Wildfire prevention is the core of a debate over repealing the decades-old conservation rule. One environmental group argued these efforts are more about profit than fire protection.

The Roadless Rule protects millions of acres of public land. Environmental groups have expressed support for the rule, but federal lawmakers were more divided.