Officials point to the cause of Provo’s Slate Canyon fire: illegal fireworks

They’re seeking public information as investigation continues.

(Trevor Christensen | The Salt Lake Tribune) Flames from a large brush fire in the foothills above Provo were visible from the city Saturday night.

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