Wildfire costs, scorched lands nearly double this year

by Associated Press

Mon, September 24th 2018, 12:05 PM UTC

At least five wildfires erupted across the state of Utah within 24 hours of each other, beginning on Wednesday afternoon. (Photo: Hayli Benson)

The costs to fight wildfires in Utah are increasing by about $1 million a day right now, and authorities expect the season to last throughout October. (Photo: KUTV)

2 wildfires burning near Stawberry Reservoir threatening structures, forcing evacuations (Photo: KUTV)

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At least five wildfires erupted across the state of Utah within 24 hours of each other, beginning on Wednesday afternoon. (Photo: Hayli Benson)

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