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Wide Mouth 2 Fire Reaches 15 Percent Containment in Millard County

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The Wide Mouth 2 Fire in Millard County has grown to 5,926 acres and reached 15% containment. Firefighters utilized cooler temperatures on Wednesday to increase containment, though officials warned that hotter weather could increase fire activity.

Key takeaways

  • The Wide Mouth 2 Fire has burned 5,926 acres.
  • Containment for the fire reached 15% as of Wednesday evening.
  • Firefighters utilized cooler temperatures and reduced fire activity to increase containment.
  • Officials warned that hotter weather may increase fire activity.

Firefighters battling the Wide Mouth 2 Fire in Millard County increased containment Wednesday as crews took advantage of cooler temperatures and reduced fire activity, according to the U.S. Forest Service.

As of Wednesday evening, the fire had burned 5,926 acres and was 15% contained.

The fire is located in the Kanosh area of Millard County. While crews were able to make progress during cooler periods, officials warned that hotter weather may increase fire activity.

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