Weekend storms put some central Utah communities to the test, including areas still dealing with the aftermath of a massive wildfire. In Millard County, crews began building flood protection while the Widemouth 2 Fire was still burning. This weekend, that work faced its first real test.
The Widemouth 2 Fire has reached 125,082 acres, with 36% of the blaze contained as of August 12, 2026. While fire crews have successfully used firing operations to secure the southwest boundary, residents in Fillmore remain under a "SET" evacuation status.
Millard School District is accepting applications for a part-time Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) at Fillmore Elementary School for the 2026-2027 school year. 75 hours per week. The successful applicant must hold Registered Behavior Technician certification or be willing to complete the requirements necessary to obtain certification.
The Millard County Board of Commissioners met on July 21, 2026, to discuss several county matters including the appointment of an interim sheriff and road vacation proposals for the Notch Peak Project. The meeting also addressed various purchasing card approvals, interlocal agreements, and business licenses.
Volunteers in Delta are assembling sandbags to mitigate potential flooding risks as the Widemouth 2 Fire continues to expand. The wildfire, which began on July 27, 2026, has grown to over 122,000 acres and remains only 30% contained.
August 10, 2026| Uncategorized| Sierra Dickens Temporary Credit/Debit Card Payment System Outage Please be advised that the credit/debit card payment system used by Millard County is currently experiencing an outage. As a result, some county offices will temporarily be unable to
The Widemouth 2 Fire has prompted the evacuation of 40 state inmates from the Millard County Jail and triggered an extended forest closure in the Fishlake National Forest. Governor Spencer Cox and federal officials are touring the fire-impacted regions to coordinate response and recovery efforts.
An aircraft crashed in Sevier County on Friday while responding to the Widemouth 2 Fire, a lightning-caused blaze that has grown to over 36,000 acres. The fire, located in the Fishlake National Forest, remains 0% contained despite active firefighting efforts and recent emergency closures.
A wildfire threatening more than 1,000 homes in Fillmore has forced the mandatory evacuation of the Millard County Public Safety building and the relocation of 40 state inmates. The Widemouth 2 Fire, which remains uncontained, has prompted the Utah Department of Corrections to move inmates from the Millard County Jail to the Utah State Correctional Facility as a precaution.
The Widemouth 2 Fire has expanded significantly in central Utah, growing from 4,168 hectares on August 1 to 14,746 hectares by August 2. Strong winds have driven the fire toward Fillmore, prompting mandatory evacuations and a state of emergency for the Kanosh Band Reservation.
Fillmore Mayor Curt Hare declared a local state of emergency on August 4, 2026, as the Widemouth 2 Fire continues to burn with 0% containment. Federal funds from FEMA have been authorized to assist with firefighting costs as the blaze threatens thousands of homes and faces potential flooding.
Editor’s Note: This was initially published in the July 29 2026 edition. Some information may be outdated. The Fillmore Quilt Guild, which has been a staple in Fillmore’s community for decades, has been sewing and donating clothing covers for Millard Care and Rehabilitation in Delta. Deanna Peterson, a member of the Quilt Guild said that they do several service projects <a href="https://www.
(Fillmore, UT) — The Widemouth Two Fire continues to grow in Millard County, burning more than 84-thousand acres with zero-percent containment. About 420 firefighters are assigned to the lightning-caused wildfire as crews work to protect Fillmore, Kanosh, Meadow and other nearby communities.
The City of Fillmore has issued an evacuation update regarding the Widemouth 2 Fire. Residents in certain areas are under mandatory evacuation orders while others are advised to prepare for potential departure.
The Widemouth 2 Fire has triggered evacuation warnings for Kanosh and prompted a long-term closure of large portions of the Fishlake National Forest. The U.S. Forest Service has issued a closure order effective through October 15, 2026, to protect public safety.
FILLMORE, Utah, Aug. 3, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The Widemouth 2 Fire has grown markedly overnight, but no new measurements are available as of Monday morning, Utah Fire Info says. “There was no overnight infrared flight, so we do not have accurate increased acreage, though we know it has grown significantly,” the update says.
Incendios Incendio Wide Mouth 2 continúa avanzando hacia Fillmore y supera los 36,000 acres Las autoridades pidieron a los residentes mantenerse atentos a sus teléfonos ante posibles cambios en las órdenes de evacuación. Por Nathalie Avilán • Publicado el 03 de agosto del 2026 • Actualizado a las 6:54 pm del 03 de agosto del 2026 0:00Play0:00 / 0:57MuteToggle Fullscreen NBC Universal, Inc.
Heavy wildfire smoke was especially noticeable in the Uintah Basin on Sunday thanks to the Widemouth Fire in Fillmore, Utah, according to officials. For those especially vulnerable, the wildfire smoke can have immediate health effects but all would benefit from taking steps to protect your health from wildfire smoke.
The Widemouth 2 Fire has exploded in size, growing to an estimated 36,438 acres after a massive night of extreme fire behavior. The lightning-caused blaze has reached 0% containment and is driving evacuations in Kanosh, Meadow, and the Kanosh Band of Paiute Lands.
FILLMORE, Utah, Aug. 3, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The rapidly growing Widemouth 2 Fire has burned at least 36,438 acres and is pushing north toward Fillmore, fire officials said Sunday.
The Widemouth 2 Fire has expanded to over 36,000 acres near Kanosh, Utah, maintaining zero containment due to extreme fire behavior. Federal authorities have issued long-term closure orders for the Fishlake National Forest to protect public safety.
Mandatory evacuations have been ordered in Fillmore due to life-threatening and fast-changing conditions. The Millard County Sheriff issued the alert covering specific areas east of Highway 99.
FILLMORE, Utah, Aug. 2, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — Fillmore residents between 500 South and Reservation Road have been placed on SET status, with evacuation orders possible on short notice due to the uncontrolled spread of the Widemouth 2 Fire. The SET status went into effect at 6:40 a.m. Sunday.
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Saltar al contenido Utah Incendio Wide Mouth 2 mantiene intensa actividad durante la noche en el centro de Utah El Wide Mouth 2 se localiza en el Distrito de Fillmore, dentro del Bosque Nacional Fishlake, en Utah. Por Nathalie Avilán • Publicado el 28 de julio del 2026 • Actualizado a las 10:57 am del 29 de julio del 2026 BOOKMARKER NBC Universal, Inc.
Centennial Parents/Guardians, Please note the following weekly announcements. 1. Beginning-of-Year NWEA Testing Beginning-of-Year NWEA testing begins today, Monday, August 24. August 24–28: Students will complete NWEA Math and Science assessments. August 31–September 11: NWEA Reading assessments and make-up testing will take place. 2. Safety Drill – Today, August 24 We will conduct a school safety drill today, Monday, August 24. During the drill, students and staff will practice our evacuation
Senator Curtis is working with Utah transportation leaders to develop policies addressing the state's rapid growth and affordable housing needs. This initiative follows years of local efforts in Lehi to manage population density and transit-oriented development.
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The bottom line? Showers and thunderstorms will continue with the threat of severe thunderstorms producing gusty winds possible for northern Utah. Temperatures will remain slightly above average with clouds and sunshine through the week and chances of thunderstorms into the weekend.
HUNTINGTON — The Huntington City Council approved five business licenses during its meeting Wednesday, Aug. Licenses were approved for Desert Contracting, Jessica Lee Cleaning and Landscaping, TC West LLC, Contour Beauty Academy and Solrise.
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The Widemouth 2 Fire has grown to over 111,000 acres in the Fishlake National Forest, following a fatal helicopter crash on August 7, 2026. Firefighters continue to battle the lightning-caused blaze, which has already claimed the lives of two pilots during emergency water-dropping operations.
The program goes beyond placing books on shelves. The Book Nerd Mobile, Brain Food Books's traveling community bookstore and outreach vehicle, will return throughout the year to replenish the Book Pantries, introduce new titles, host community book events, and connect readers with books they choose for themselves.
He was sentenced on June 29 to 364 days in jail for both charges, but the terms were suspended and he was given credit for the 32 days he had already served. A court order on Aug. "(McKean) continued to communicate with the purported 17-year-old and expressed concerns that it was illegal.
Utah state health data reveals a significant rise in vaping rates alongside a decline in traditional cigarette smoking. While cigarette use has reached historic lows, vaping rates saw a 260% increase between 2012 and 2022.
UTAH, Aug. 22, 2026 (Gephardt Daily) — The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for south central Box Elder County and northeastern Tooele County. Sunday unless it is extended. For ongoing updates, check this link.
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Utahns handed statewide leaders an overall negative approval rating in August, continuing a downward trend for Gov. The poll of nearly 800 registered Utah voters revealed an anti-incumbent mood that left no one untouched. The state Legislature and Sen.
BEAVER, Utah (ABC4) — Much of the Beaver Ranger District in the Fishlake National Forest has reopened to the public for the first time since the Cottonwood Fire erupted two months ago. The blaze burned nearly 97,000 acres and while visitors are returning, local businesses and road infrastructure continue to deal with the aftermath.
The Ashley National Forest has issued a temporary closure for North Fork Sheep Creek through September 2, 2026, to facilitate a second round of rotenone treatments for native cutthroat trout restoration. These efforts, coordinated with the Utah Division of Wildlife Resources, aim to remove non-native fish species to protect the future of the Colorado River cutthroat trout.
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A fast-growing wildfire destroying homes in northwest Reno, Nevada, on Sunday was human-caused and uncontained, authorities said, as they encouraged some 90,000 people to evacuate. The Hawk Fire began Saturday and quickly grew to 20 square miles (53 sq.
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