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Utah reflects on 2026 water year after 3 of the largest fires in state history

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October marks the start of Utah's water year and officials say despite a lackluster winter, not all aspects of the 2026 season were negative. The 2026 water year started above normal. State water officials say the low snow year also contributed to the active fire season with dry soil creating ideal conditions for wildfires.

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