Utah cities hit by wildfire confronting burn-scar risks

Provo • Utah cities where wildfires forced thousands of people to evacuate in September are now beginning to confront the long-term damage, including possible mudslides and debris flow.Utah County is asking the federal government for $20 million to help mitigate future problems, which could include damage to homes or the water supply, The Daily Herald newspaper in Provo reported.Water flowing down areas where trees have been burned out by fire can cause problems for up to five years after t