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Dangerous weather hampers firefighters and leads to fireworks bans in western US

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Hot, dry and windy conditions are fueling a fast-moving wildfire in Utah, forcing the governor to declare an emergency and restrict fireworks as critical weather across the West gives way to mounting concerns that anything could cause a spark. Firefighters are facing more challenges on the ground from what fire managers and experts call unprecedented … Read more

Utah declares emergency, limits fireworks ahead of July Fourth as crews battle largest U.S. wildfire

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Utah restricted fireworks and declared a state of emergency Friday ahead of July Fourth celebrations as the United States’ largest wildfire expanded its reach across more tinder-dry forest, as crews rush to fight new blazes in the arid state. The National Weather Service issued a rare “Particularly Dangerous Situation” warning as dry, windy conditions provided … Read more

Utah governor restricts fireworks as largest US wildfire surges uncontained

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Utah’s governor restricted setting off fireworks and declared a state of emergency Friday ahead of the July fireworks season as the nation’s largest wildfire grew much bigger. The National Weather Service issued a rare extreme weather warning as dry, windy conditions provided fuel for many more fires across the western United States. The Cottonwood Fire … Read more

Red state gov bans July Fourth fireworks statewide over wildfire concerns ahead of America’s 250th anniversary

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Thursday issued a temporary, statewide restriction on fireworks for the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, citing “historic” and “extraordinary” wildfire conditions across the state. Cox, a Republican, signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency, temporarily suspending state law to allow … Read more

Firefighters deliver conflicting testimony over fireworks in Palisades Fire arson trial

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LOS ANGELES — Firefighters delivered conflicting testimony Monday during the federal arson trial for the man accused of sparking the deadly Palisades Fire in Los Angeles last year, with one saying he heard fireworks before the blaze started and the other saying he did not. The government has accused Jonathan Rinderknecht, 29, of sparking a … Read more

How Americans celebrated the bicentennial — with fireworks, a Freedom Train and Farrah

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WASHINGTON — In 1976’s “ Rocky,” heavyweight champion Apollo Creed arrives for the title fight dressed as George Washington, reenacting the crossing of the Delaware as models costumed as the Statue of Liberty lead the way. After entering the ring, Apollo switches into an Uncle Sam costume. “I want YOU!” he roars as he points … Read more

Pickup truck carrying trailer full of fireworks explodes on Tennessee highway

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IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Iranians feel ‘sense of pride’ after launching strikes on Israel 01:11 Now Playing Pickup truck carrying trailer full of fireworks explodes on Tennessee highway 01:11 UP NEXT Inside Look at US Drone Security During FIFA World Cup 2026 03:12 NYC … Read more

Trailer carrying fireworks ignites in spectacular display on Tennessee highway

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Cellphone video captured a spectacular, pre-Fourth of July display of fireworks on a Tennessee highway Saturday evening as a trailer carrying the incendiary haul erupted, authorities said. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. First responders racing to a reported vehicle fire on northbound Interstate 75 in … Read more