Property owners across the state of Utah have received warnings to control the spread of 'noxious weeds.' The notices serve as a precaution and were posted by county authorities. Several types of weeds are listed as noxious and are ranked in diverse categories.
Property owners across the state have been given notices to control the spread of ' noxious weeds .
' The notices serve as a warning and have been posted by counties statewide, stating that weed control measures may be imposed by county authorities under the Noxious Weed Act. There are 54 listed noxious weeds in the state of Utah, and they are ranked in different categories or classes. Some on the list are not believed to be in Utah yet, but are on high, high watch.
Each of the 29 counties across the state has a noxious weeds supervisor. In Washington County specifically, they have found weeds in the highest classification that require immediate eradication. People are encouraged to watch for and identify specific noxious weeds, such as the Sahara or African mustard, and notify authorities. Chemical herbicides or manual removal methods may be used to control the spread of noxious weeds on properties. Proper disposal of control materials is important to prevent environmental damage
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