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Small Utah town bans fireworks before Fourth of July as state battles wildfires
Stockton, a small town in Utah's Tooele County, has banned fireworks until 2026 due to ongoing wildfires, including the Hastings Fire and a recent human-caused blaze that burned 1,800 acres. The measure aims to ensure resident safety and protect municipal assets during the fire season.
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