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Excessive heat warning in southern Utah, how to stay safe in Provo heat

Emily May
By Emily May
June 06, 2024 12:00 AM
Areas in Utah are currently at risk of excessive heat with some temperatures expected to rise into the triple digits this weekend.
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Healthy Living

Winter safety tips as Provo temperatures begin to drop

By Makenzie Gudmundson
December 01, 2023 12:00 AM
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure, so follow these winter tips to keep safe and sound during this year's upcoming snowy season.
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Campus Buildings

Provo Fire & Rescue invites BYU students to learn and practice fire safety

Amy Ortiz
By Amy Ortiz
October 10, 2023 12:00 AM
In honor of National Fire Prevention Week, Provo Fire & Rescue is working with Provo City and the BYU campus community to educate residents and students about fire safety.
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Local

Good weather, careful campers could prevent more wildfires

By Lisi Merkley
September 13, 2019 12:00 AM
Local authorities suggest that a mix of good weather and residents doing their part will be key to this season's fire prevention after the Alaska Fire burned 489 acres just southeast of Provo this summer.
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Local

From Fun to Fear: Fireworks Safety

By Kimberly Petersen
July 22, 2019 12:00 AM
Kids firing fireworks into trees in Rock Canyon Park started a fire on July 3rd. On July 4th, St. George News reported that St. George firefighters responded to 26 fireworks-related calls between 9 p.m. and midnight. KUTV reported the same day that fireworks started a field fire that burned close to homes in Lake Point.
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Local

Fireworks ignite BYU professor's home

By Erin Tapahe
July 04, 2017 12:00 AM
Fireworks caused a house fire to BYU professor Jay Buckley's house on July 1. This resulted in damage to house and Buckley's personal office which contained historical information and artifacts. (Jay Buckley)
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State

Human-caused fires in Utah higher than average

By Kjersten Johnson
July 31, 2015 12:00 AM
Signs are posted with information regarding safety and wildfires in Tooele and throughout Utah. West Desert District spokesman Russ Oaks urges people to read these in an effort to prevent wildfires. (Bureau of Land Management)
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