Utah wildfire season to arrive later this year — and could be more intense

A rainier climate this year may create more vegetation to burn, officials say.

(Chris Samuels | The Salt Lake Tribune) Fire crews respond to wildfires by the Great Saltair and the Great Salt Lake Marina, Friday, June 17, 2022. The wildfire season this year is starting later than usual, with fire frequency expected to hit its highest in September.

Utah wildfire season to arrive later this year — and could be more intense

A rainier climate this year may create more vegetation to burn, officials say.

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