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Utah wildfires

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CBS segment on Utah wildfires, Kentucky floods largely accurate with minor size note

Jun 27, 2026

The segment covers a state of emergency in Kentucky from thunderstorms and flooding with one reported death, alongside Utah's state of emergency for multiple wildfires including the Cottonwood fire. It details the fire's rapid growth to nearly 100,000 acres, evacuations including at Eagle Point ski resort, governor's assessment as the state's most destructive for property loss, and new fires overnight. Reporting shifts to US Forest Service staffing after recent cuts, with comment from Washington state's public lands commissioner, then broader severe weather and heat alerts across regions.

▶ Source: CBS News

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Utah wildfires prompt emergency declaration amid extreme conditions

Jun 27, 2026

The segment covers multiple active wildfires in Utah, including the Cottonwood, Iron, and Cherry fires, which prompted a state of emergency declaration. It details rapid fire growth, evacuations, property losses, and extreme weather conditions with low humidity and high winds. Officials reference the National Weather Service's rare 'particularly dangerous situation' warning. Personal accounts from residents describe home losses and emotional returns as some orders are lifted. The report notes 14 new fires in 24 hours and ongoing risks from dry vegetation.

▶ Source: ABC News