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Salt Lake City, UT – As January continues and winter conditions persist across Utah, fire officials are reminding homeowners that winter fire risks remain elevated during the coldest stretch of the year, particularly in mountain valleys and high-elevation communities.
According to fire officials, mid-winter is one of the most dangerous periods for residential fires as heating systems, space heaters, and electrical devices operate daily. Homes across Salt Lake City, Ogden, and Provo often experience temperature inversions and prolonged cold snaps that increase reliance on supplemental heating…