Wildfire Smoke & Health: New research finds 54% of adults fail N95 fit tests without realizing it, as wildfire smoke advisories spread across Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Florida—raising concerns for kids, older adults, and people with respiratory conditions. Firefighting Safety: The Forest Service and Interior expanded when firefighters can wear N95 masks, allowing use during some tasks (like patrolling and post-containment cleanup) but still restricting them during the most intense fire-line work. Utah Fire Risk Controls: Utah wildlife managers temporarily paused firearm target shooting at wildlife management areas in 17 counties due to extreme wildfire danger, with the order reviewed every two weeks. Colorado-Utah Border Fire Update: The Snyder Fire is reported at 10% contained and mapped around 30,215 acres, with a community meeting planned as smoke and conditions continue to affect the region. Colorado River Pressure: A new report highlights how the Colorado River’s headwaters are drying up, shrinking a key water lifeline for millions—while a tribal water rights deal remains stalled by Upper Basin states. Water & Climate Extremes: Forecasters warn a dangerous heat wave could break records through the Fourth of July, with elevated fire danger across parts of Utah and the Southwest.