LEHI, Utah, July 21, 2020 (Gephardt Daily) — A Lehi City official has confirmed two teenagers have been charged in connection with the Traverse Fire.
The juveniles, said to be about 16 years old, are not Lehi residents. Due to their age, their names will not be released. They have reportedly been charged with:
- Reckless burning
- Possession of illegal fireworks
- Using fireworks in a restricted area
The fire, which caused Traverse Mountain residents to evacuate at least 30 homes on June 28, cost an estimated $415,000 to fight.
