A wildfire in Utah has been burning all night long after it was ignited by fireworks.

According to officials, the Traverse fire is burning in the Traverse mountain near Lehi City. FOX News reported that the city ordered evacuations around 12:30 am for residents in the affected areas.

Those within a quarter-mile from Vialetto Way, Annuvolato Way, Spring View Lane, and the Autumn Hills area were ordered to evacuate to Skyridge High School and was told to wait for evacuation vehicles to arrive.

The red cross set up an additional evacuation center in Draper Park Middle School for those who are seeking refuge from the wildfire.

According to Fire chief Jeremy Craft, there are no major structures or homes damaged.

In some areas, evacuations have already been lifted.

The suspect is already in custody and is cooperating with the officials. Additional information will be provided as soon as they are available.

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Josh Flores is a writer for Moroni Channel. He studied Humanities and Social Sciences in High School at the Lyceum of the Philippines University and is passionate about business, economics, law, and theology. He graduated with one of the highest grades in the University and had written several research papers about human psychology and addictions. He was serving a mission in Japan when it was abruptly paused due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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