Archive · 14 Aug 2025
Brush Fire Breaks Out in Hills Above North Ogden
A fire started in the hills above North Ogden, Utah.
It's called the Willard Peak Fire and may have begun with a vehicle fire.
The fire quickly grew, and about 15-20 houses were in danger.
Firefighters are working hard to put it out, using both trucks and aircraft.
People in the area can see a lot of smoke.
The fire was about 5 acres in size.
A brush fire, dubbed the Willard Peak Fire, ignited in the hills of North Ogden.
The fire reportedly started from a vehicle fire and spread uphill.
Approximately 15 to 20 homes were initially at risk due to the blaze.
The fire had grown to about 5 acres by around 3 PM.
Multiple fire crews and aircraft were deployed to combat the flames.
- Who
- Multiple fire crews.
- What
- A brush fire named Willard Peak Fire.
- When
- Wednesday afternoon.
- Where
- Hills of North Ogden, Utah.
- Why
- Started from a vehicle fire that spread uphill.
- Name
- Willard Peak Fire
- Location
- North Ogden, Utah
- Cause
- Vehicle fire
- Size
- 5 acres (approx.)
- Homes at risk
- 15 to 20