A 2-alarm fire in Salt Lake City posed a threat to nearby structures Wednesday, although crews were able to get the fire under control before any damage occurred.
The Salt Lake City Fire Department responded to the vegetation fire located in the Wasatch Hollow neighborhood, near 1800 East 1400 South, just before 5 p.m., and within 45 minutes, said they had a good handle on the fire and had it under control.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) A fire in Wasatch Hollow near Clayton Middle School in Salt Lake City burns, threatening homes on Harrison Ave., Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
A second alarm was called as a preemptive measure in case additional crews were needed after the first teams said the fire was moving rapidly upon their arrival.
No evacuations were ordered in connection with the fire, which is now under investigation.
Power lines in the area of the fire were damaged, although the extent of that damage has not been released.
(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) A fire in Wasatch Hollow near Clayton Middle School in Salt Lake City burns, threatening homes on Harrison Ave., Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
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