OGDEN, Utah — A salvage yard fire in Ogden that forced multiple traffic closures Wednesday is now under investigation, fire officials said.
The fire at Utah Auto Recycling was located at 750 West and 17th Street. The Ogden City Fire Department said it was first called out just after noon for a reported vehicle fire at the yard, with a second alarm being requested almost immediately due to the fire's rapid spread and growth.
By 1:15 p.m., the fire was under control, although the business sustained heavy fire damage, and several of the salvaged vehicles were destroyed. No injuries were reported, but the total damages are estimated to be $200,000.
According to fire officials, workers were removing parts from a vehicle outside the business when the fire started, but it remains under investigation.
Police closed 17th Street to all traffic between 1200 West and Center Street to allow access for water supply lines. The road has since reopened.
