Fire guts vehicle on I-15 in Washington County; occupants unhurt

Photos by Hurricane Valley Fire & Rescue

WASHINGTON COUNTY, Utah, Aug. 10, 2024 (Gephardt Daily) — Hurricane Valley Fire & Rescue was called to the scene of a vehicle fire Saturday morning, and doused the blaze that consumed most of the car.

The call came in just before 9 a.m. Saturday, and crews were dispatched to Interstate 15 near mile marker 21, south of Leeds.

“Station 46 was the closest station, and responded to the incident,” says a news release issued by Hurricane Valley Fire & Rescue.

“The fire was quickly knocked down and all the occupants were able to exit the vehicle, no injuries were reported.

“We do know that fire started in the engine compartment, but the exact cause is undetermined.”

Utah Highway Patrol troopers also responded to assist.

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