Wildfire & public safety: Utah declared a state of emergency and restricted fireworks as the Cottonwood Fire surged amid dry, windy conditions, with the National Weather Service issuing a rare “Particularly Dangerous Situation” warning and crews facing extreme fire behavior. Water & health: Evergreen Metro District expects its flood-related boil water order to be lifted within 24 hours after repairs and lab testing, while Colorado Parks and Wildlife approved emergency fish salvages at multiple state wildlife areas as reservoirs are drawn down for drought and irrigation. Public lands planning: The White River National Forest released a draft environmental study for Sweetwater Lake’s long-term recreation management, starting a public comment period through Sept. 23. Climate impacts on people: Aspen Center for Environmental Studies is set to host a talk on worsening health effects from human-driven climate change, including heat and wildfire smoke risks in the Mountain West. Dark skies tourism: Colorado launched a self-guided Colorado Stargazing Trail connecting its International Dark Sky places with route planning and ranger-led options. Water crisis context: Reporting continues to highlight how the Colorado River system is worsening, with Lake Powell projections raising serious power and environmental concerns.