What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of September 15, 2026, the Widemouth 2 Fire is burning across Millard and Sevier Counties in central Utah.
The fire is affecting areas near Fillmore, Kanosh, Meadow, Joseph Peak, and the Fillmore Ranger District of Fishlake National Forest.
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?
The cities and areas affected by the Widemouth 2 Fire include:
- Chalk Creek
- Fillmore
- Fillmore Ranger District
- Joseph Peak
- Kanosh
- Meadow
- Millard County
- Sevier County
What is the current containment status of the wildfire?
As of September 15, 2026, the Widemouth 2 Fire has burned 129,741 acres and is 98% contained.
Firefighters are strengthening containment lines near local communities while working to slow the fire's spread through steep and rugged terrain (1).
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
All evacuation orders and alerts previously issued for the affected areas have been lifted.
How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of September 15, 2026, this fire is 98% contained.
