Stay informed daily on the latest news and advice on COVID-19 from the editors at U.S. News & World Report. During a presentation of the Utah State Legislature’s powerful Executive Appropriations Committee, the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands said it has battled more than 1,300 fires of varying sizes across the state since April. “A lot of conversations down the road.”. 26,439, © 2020 NYP Holdings, Inc. All Rights Reserved OREM — Residents evacuated overnight due to a wildfire at the base of Mount Timpanogos were cleared to return to their homes late Sunday morning. In total, it could cost over $50 million for this year’s wildfire season. It has cost Utah around $36 million to date to fight the wildfires, Cottam said. Your California Privacy Rights That broke a record for the number of human-caused fires, he said. Utah’s wildfire season has broken records for the number of human-caused fires and the costs to taxpayers. 35,135, This story has been shared 28,457 times. Over 75% of those fires are human-caused. We've received your submission. Virtual Event Series: Healthcare of Tomorrow, A U.S. News virtual event series where industry leaders will discuss common priorities, shared challenges and perspectives on the future of healthcare. The state typically budgets $12 million for wildfire suppression efforts. Learn more >>, Utah’s Wildfire Costs Soar With More Human-Caused Fires. That is a 50% increase over last year. “I guess the only positive thing is next year there won’t be anything left to burn,” Rep. Brad Last, R-Hurricane, said grimly. (Chris Caldwell/The Spectrum via AP), Connect with the definitive source for global and local news. (CNN)At least four new wildfires sparked over the weekend in Colorado and Utah during what has been a record-breaking fire season in the western US. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah’s wildfire season has broken records for the number of human-caused fires and the costs to taxpayers. Sitemap House Minority Leader Brian King, D-Salt Lake City, asked why so many fires are human-caused and Cottom said this year, COVID-19 has been a factor. Thanks for contacting us. By Associated Press , Wire Service Content Sept. 20, 2020 During a presentation of the Utah State Legislature’s powerful Executive Appropriations Committee, the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands said it has battled more than 1,300 fires of varying sizes across the state since April. Over 75% of those fires are human-caused. Still, Rep. Last wrapped up the discussion with a warning that lawmakers may start looking at additional measures to keep the cost of fires down. 28,457, This story has been shared 26,439 times. The U.S. coronavirus caseload has reached record heights with more than 83,000 infections reported in a single day. Do Not Sell My Personal Information. New wildfires in Utah, Colorado force evacuations, 0% contained . The suitably named East Troublesome Fire had spread over 19,000 acres (30 square miles) late Wednesday — but by Thursday morning had spread to 125,602 acres (196 square miles), according to an official incident report. It averages to a new fire every single day since April 18, said Brian Cottam, the state forester. It was listed as being only 5 percent contained and is already the fourth-largest wildfire in state history, with the worst two also both from 2020, the Denver Channel noted. Copyright 2020 The Associated Press. Wildfire updates: Range Fire now 3,000-plus acres in Utah County By KSL.com Staff | Updated - Oct. 18, 2020 at 9:41 p.m. | Posted - Oct. 18, 2020 at 8:59 a.m. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah’s wildfire season has broken records for the number of human-caused fires and the costs to taxpayers. Best States is an interactive platform developed by U.S. News for ranking the 50 U.S. states, alongside news analysis and daily reporting. Cottam dropped a bombshell on the Committee by asking for an additional $28 million to keep fighting wildfires through the rest of the season, which ends in October. That is a 50% increase over last year. The 2020 Utah wildfire season is a series of prominent wildfires throughout the state of Utah, lasting from June 1 through October 30, as defined by state law. Teen equestrian kills self near stable after mom tells her to ride slower, What's wrong with Mitch? He praised a series of “incredible rescues” and “incredible evacuations” during what was an “extremely, extremely challenging” fire. These places are the best in America for educating students at all levels. That broke a record for the number of human-caused fires, he said. Officials blamed high winds as well as dry conditions giving “fuel” to the fire for its rapid spread — warning that they were still in place Thursday. “Maybe we’re going to have to take a look at fireworks, too,” Rep. Last said. “Maybe we’re going to have to take a look at fireworks, too,” Rep. Last said. If it grows another 12,500 acres (20 square miles), the East Troublesome Fire would become the third-largest in state history — making the top three all from 2020, according to the Denver Channel’s stats. Thailand lifts protest ban that backfired, This story has been shared 35,135 times. “It’s going to be a long day … we’re not out of the woods,” he said, urging residents to abide by evacuation orders. “It’s pushed a lot of people outdoors,” Cottam told the committee. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Utah’s wildfire season has broken records for the number of human-caused fires and the costs to taxpayers. It has cost Utah around $36 million to date to fight the wildfires, Cottam said. There have been 963 so far this year, compared to 566 in 2019 and 614 in 2018. “Unfortunately, today is another fire day,” the incident commander said in a Facebook update Thursday. Mandatory evacuations were ordered late Wednesday and in a large area, including the whole town of Grand Lake and the surrounding area close to Rocky Mountain National Park. CORRECTS: Northern California utility may cut power to nearly half-million customers over fire threat. A Miami arts group is teaming up with former First Lady Michelle Obama to create digital murals across the country to help get out the vote. Do Not Sell My Personal Information, Your California Privacy Rights This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Sunday, July 19, 2020. It averages to a new fire every single day since April 18, said Brian Cottam, the state forester. During a presentation of the Utah State Legislature’s powerful Executive Appropriations Committee, the Utah Division of Forestry, Fire & State Lands said it has battled more than 1,300 fires of varying sizes across the state since April. Typically, vehicles are the top cause of wildfires, but the state forester said they had also recorded increases because of fireworks and target shooting. … The state typically budgets $12 million for wildfire suppression efforts.

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