From KSL.com:
The fire broke out at the Camp Williams machine gun range during a training exercise around noon Sunday. Unified Fire Authority was notified around 3:30 p.m.
Firefighters worked Monday to get control of a large wildfire that burned three houses and 3,500 acres, forced the evacuation of 1,652 homes and closed seven schools in Herriman.
Early Monday officials thought four houses had burned in the fire but now they say one of those was an outbuilding. Several sheds, recreational vehicles and at least one water pump house were damaged or destroyed in the fire area.
About 5,000 residents were affected by mandatory evacuations. Herriman city now says evacuations have been lifted at The Cove at Herriman Springs, Valley View, Shoshone Hills, Fort Herriman Cove, Overlook, and Herriman Heights.
More than 150 firefighters are battling the fire from the ground. Two air tankers and two helicopters are dropping fire retardant,13 bulldozers are creating fire break lines between developments and the blaze, and 17 fire engines are spread around the fire's perimeter.
More than 150 firefighters are battling the fire from the ground. Two air tankers and two helicopters are dropping fire retardant,13 bulldozers are creating fire break lines between developments and the blaze, and 17 fire engines are spread around the fire's perimeter.
All of this took place just 4 blocks south of Derek & Jeanine's home. They started packing their most valuable items last night in case the evacuation patrol came knocking on their door. Ryleigh didn't understand why they packed everything up and then didn't leave. Derek says their house wreaks of smoke - they'll have to wash walls, shampoo carpets, wash all of their clothing and air out their furniture. Too close for comfort that is for sure!
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