BREAKING: Kaysville Police say reckless fireworks, not arson, sparked the brush fire that forced evacuations near East Mountain Wilderness Park in Kaysville.
According to investigators, a group of young adults was shooting bottle rocket-style fireworks at each other when one rocket flew into dry grass, igniting the fire.
Police say the individuals have been identified and admitted to setting off the fireworks, but they left without calling 911 to report the fire. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities will determine what enforcement actions are appropriate.
Officials are reminding the public that East Mountain Wilderness Park is a designated no-fireworks area, and bottle rockets are illegal in Utah.
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@Coach_Wagner2@BartleKSLsports@UtahPigBus It almost seems like he’s projecting, blaming someone/an organization to stay relevant. He’s doing this for clicks and it looks like it’s working. Based on the thread it looks like true Utes fans realize this and are sticking up for @BartleKSLsports for his journalism. #goutes
@bryson_hayward@HaywardJeremy Very suspect play calling, but I remember some very suspect throws. Ask Kuithe about the 2 over throws in one game for a touchdown to put them ahead. Or 1 under thrown pass to give them a first and goal to go situation. I’m not saying it’s his fault, but he deserves some blame