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National Parks in Southeastern Utah tighten fire restrictions amid extreme drought

With drought conditions and dangerously dry vegetation persisting across southeastern Utah, several national parks and monuments are increasing fire restrictions starting Friday, August 1. The new rules apply to Arches National Park, Canyonlands National Park, Hovenweep National Monument, and Natural Bridges National Monument. Park officials said the measures are necessary to reduce the risk of […]