After 3 decades spent in the sunny (and humid) South Florida media world, Jeff has traveled to across the country to partake in the delights of The Beehive State.
SALT LAKE CITY — While Pioneer Day should be one of fun and relaxation for those who celebrate, it will be a week of concern and worry for Utah fire officials as wildfires continue to burn across the state.
However, extremely dry conditions have made Utah a tinderbox for wildfire starts, with six large fires currently burning in the state, including the Sandhurst Fire in the hills above Salt Lake City that caused evacuations over the weekend. "Just be aware. Be smart out there," said Brian Trick with the Northern Utah Type 3 Incident Management Team
In Salt Lake City, fireworks are prohibited in the foothills, while in St. George, they can only be used in 19 approved parks where fire crews are standing by.
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