Police & Fire

Jeep catches fire on Kearns Boulevard causing traffic delays

Laura M
Jul 8, 2024

A Jeep catches fire on Highway 248 / Kearns Blvd. on Monday ,July 8 at around 4:15 p.m. Photo: Chelsea Gallant

PARK CITY, Utah — A Jeep caught fire on SR 248 / Kearns Blvd. today around 4:15 p.m., causing traffic to be delayed. Currently, eastbound traffic is open for travel, but westbound is closed while authorities clear the area. UDOT anticipates the scene being cleared by 5:21 p.m.

This is a developing story.

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By: Laura M

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Laura studied at the University of Washington, earning a degree in economics with a focus on political science. Her career spans journalism, politics, wellness, and entrepreneurship. Having lived in mountain towns for the past 20 years, she now calls Park City, Utah, home. You can find her enjoying everything Park City offers, from mountain biking to Pilates and powder days.

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