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Widemouth Two Fire Tops 84,000 Acres in Millard County

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Widemouth Two Fire Tops 84,000 Acres in Millard County
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The Widemouth Two Fire has grown to over 84,000 acres in Millard County with zero containment. Local officials have declared emergencies in Fillmore and Millard County as evacuations expand into Sevier County.

Key takeaways

  • Widemouth Two Fire exceeds 84,000 acres with zero containment
  • About 420 firefighters are working to protect local communities
  • Emergency declarations issued by Fillmore's mayor and Millard County
  • Evacuations are expanding into Sevier County near Joseph Peak

The Widemouth Two Fire continues to expand in Millard County, having burned more than 84,000 acres with zero percent containment. The lightning-caused wildfire has prompted local emergency declarations and expanded evacuation orders into Sevier County.

Approximately 420 firefighters are currently assigned to the blaze. Crews are working to protect several nearby communities, including Fillmore, Kanosh, and Meadow.

Fillmore's mayor has declared a local emergency, and Millard County has also issued an emergency declaration. In Sevier County, more evacuations are being ordered, with officials estimating that approximately two dozen properties in the Joseph Peak area are now in danger.

Fire officials have warned that hot, dry, and windy conditions may cause the fire to grow rapidly. Residents are urged to monitor updates regarding evacuations.

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