What's with the Smoky Skies and Morning Red Sun in Southern Utah?

Smoke From Wildfires Causes Smoky Skies, Red Sunrises and Sunsets

Wildfires burning in Arizona, Nevada, and California have brought smoke into Southern Utah, causing smoky skies and spectacular sunrises and sunsets.

The smoke is expected to remain in the area for several days, and air quality could become unhealthy for sensitive groups.

Protecting Yourself From Smoke

If you have respiratory problems, such as asthma or COPD, you should take precautions to protect yourself from the smoke.

These precautions include staying indoors as much as possible, wearing a mask when you go outside, and using an air purifier in your home.

Air Quality Forecast

You can check the air quality forecast for your area on the Utah Department of Environmental Quality website.

The website provides a map of air quality conditions in the state, as well as a forecast for the next 24 hours.

Wildfire Information

For information on the wildfires burning in the region, please visit the InciWeb website.

InciWeb provides information on the location, size, and containment of wildfires, as well as evacuation orders and road closures.