Utah Bans Fireworks as Wildfire Rages

US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 26, 2026 · 1m

Utah’s governor just declared a state of emergency and banned fireworks statewide as the Cottonwood Fire—now the largest wildfire in U.S. history—rages out of control in southern Utah, forcing evacuations, blanketing national parks in smoke, and threatening thousands of homes. With dry, windy conditions fueling the blaze and firefighters struggling to contain it, officials warn of potential power outages and urge residents to prepare for rapid spread. This fire season is unlike any before, with flames moving faster and behaving unpredictably, while human activity remains the leading cause of…