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Dixie National Forest rescinds Stage 2 Fire Restrictions, returning to Stage 1 Fire Restrictions

By ironcountytoday.com · July 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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Utah News spotted this story published July 27, 2026 at ironcountytoday.com. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.

Forest As of July 27, 2026, the Dixie National Forest will be returning to Stage 1 fire restrictions after remaining in Stage 2 fire restrictions since late June. Recent precipitation and reduced fire activity has allowed fire managers to lift the Stage 2 restrictions.

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