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The real cause of most wildfires? People

By KUER · August 27, 2026 · 1 min read
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Utah Wildfires Keep up with the latest news about wildfires in Utah. The real cause of most wildfires? The Hawk Fire that's been threatening Reno, Nevada is the latest destructive wildfire in the West in recent weeks that investigators believe was human-caused.

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Centerville Trails Committee Scheduled for August 27 Meeting

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Outage leaves thousands without power in Washington County

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via Fox 13St. GeorgeAugust 27, 2026

Mountain life didn’t use to need AC. Then Utah summers got warmer and smokier

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Provo School Board Agenda Outlines August 25 Meeting Topics

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