Residents and motorists in the area should expect visible smoke from Mammoth Creek Highway, state Routes 148 and 143, U.S. Highway 89, and Scenic Byway 12.
Fire restrictions across Dixie National Forest in Southern Utah have been lifted following substantial rainfall that reduced wildfire danger in the region.
The Widemouth 2 Fire is already bigger than the maps show — and fire managers say they won't know exactly how much bigger until crews get a clearer look.
The "Ready" status indicates that while no evacuation orders are currently in place, residents should be prepared for changes that may require them to evacuate.