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Utah Population Surges Amid Avalanche Warnings and Zoo Joy
2/14/2025
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- Utah's vibrant population has soared past 3.5 million in 2024, with Tooele County leading the charge. As winter storms loom, residents brace for perilous avalanche conditions this weekend. Meanwhile, joy fills the air at Hogle Zoo, where a charming male giraffe calf, born on February 7, stands tall at 6 feet 2 inches and weighs 169 pounds, enjoying precious bonding time off-display.
