Sedona

Extreme heat, drought, and wind conditions fueled wildfires in the US West, including an uncontained blaze in Utah that forced evacuations and a fire near Sedona, Arizona. Authorities reported six fires burning in Utah and ongoing efforts to contain blazes in Arizona and Colorado. Drought conditions and high temperatures heightened fire risks, with three hikers dying in the Grand Canyon due to extreme heat.

Extreme heat, wind, and drought conditions sparked wildfires in the U.S. West, including an uncontained blaze in Utah that forced evacuations near Salt Lake City. A human-caused fire in Utah’s Juab County burned 34 square miles, while similar conditions fueled fires in Colorado, Arizona, and Florida. Authorities warned of prolonged fire risks due to dry weather and drought.

Extreme heat warnings are in effect at Grand Canyon National Park as three hikers died from heat-related illnesses in June. The National Weather Service forecasts temperatures up to 110°F at Phantom Ranch, with advisories urging visitors to avoid midday hiking. Two deaths occurred on the North Kaibab Trail, and one on the South Kaibab Trail, while a wildfire near Sedona prompted evacuations.