Utah's Cottonwood Fire Expands to 31,000 Acres with No Containment

A large wildfire, named the Cottonwood Fire, is actively burning across Beaver and Piute Counties in Utah, having grown to approximately 31,000 acres. As of June 24, 2026, the blaze remains 0% contained, with firefighters engaged in full suppression efforts. Extreme fire behavior is being observed, fueled by high temperatures, strong winds, and exceptionally dry vegetation.