The Utah Division of Air Quality has released a media forecast for June 20 through June 22, 2026, indicating air quality levels that are unhealthy for sensitive groups in several counties. Mandatory action forecasts have been issued for Salt Lake, Davis, Utah, Weber, Box Elder, and Tooele counties.
Mandatory trip reduction requirements
In counties where mandatory actions are required, employers must activate trip reduction programs. Residents are advised to use TravelWise by consolidating trips and choosing cleaner transportation options, while also limiting volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions.
Voluntary action forecasts for other areas
For areas under voluntary action forecasts, including Cache, Wasatch, Carbon, Grand, Duchesne, and Uintah counties, individuals are asked to voluntarily consolidate trips and choose cleaner transportation. In Washington and Iron counties, air quality is forecasted as moderate with unrestricted actions.
Wildfire smoke and health precautions
The Division of Air Quality noted that smoke from wildfires could cause high concentrations of particulates in populated areas. If smoke becomes thick, individuals with existing heart or respiratory ailments should reduce physical exertion and outdoor activity.
