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Wildfire Forces Evacuations in Salt Lake City

Over 100 firefighters and multiple agencies battle blaze threatening homes and landmarks near Ensign Peak.

  • Mandatory evacuations ordered for 40 homes on Sandhurst Drive and surrounding areas.
  • Firefighters utilize helicopters and airplanes to drop water on the flames.
  • Heat and wind conditions contribute to the rapid spread of the fire.
  • City Creek Canyon closed and Utah Capitol opened as shelter for evacuees.
  • Officials report the fire is human-caused and remains uncontained.
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