What Happened in Herriman, Utah?
On Saturday evening, people
in Herriman, Utah, got a sudden emergency alert. A big fire
had started near a Domino’s Pizza after a car crash. Many people
said they heard a loud explosion.
Soon after, fire crews and police
arrived. The fire was big, and smoke could be seen from far away.
Video Shows Car Crash and Fire
One person near the fire shared a
video online. In the video:
- A car is seen crashed into the Domino’s
building.
- The building is on fire with huge flames.
- The area looks like it’s near a Jimmy John’s
restaurant.
The person who shared the video
wrote:
“Absolutely heartbreaking to witness
tonight — Herriman Domino’s went up in flames after a car crashed into the
building. We’re hoping and praying that everyone involved is okay. So scary how
fast it all happened.”
This video has not been officially
confirmed, but it matches what many people saw and heard in the area.
Emergency Evacuation Alert Sent Out
Right after the fire started, Riverton
City (next to Herriman) posted on Facebook. They wrote:
“An evacuation order is in effect
for the Monarch Meadows neighborhood near the Herriman/Riverton
border due to a gas leak at a commercial building at the corner of 13400
S and 5200 W. Fire crews are actively on scene.”
This means that people in nearby
homes were asked to leave their houses quickly for safety.
What the Police Said in the Emergency Call
A resident shared the emergency
message they got from the police. Here’s what it said:
“This is the Herriman Police
Department. We are asking residents around 5000 113,400 S to leave the
area and go to a safe place until further notice.”
“We will send another message when
you can return home. If you have questions, call the Herriman Police Department
at 801-840-4000.”
The message was sent as a reverse
911 call, which is used to alert people during emergencies.
Firefighters Working Hard
Several fire trucks and crews
came quickly to stop the fire. People nearby said the smoke was black and
thick. It took time to control the fire, and the gas leak
made it more dangerous.
Fire officials told people to stay
away from the area, so that rescue teams could work without problems.
What Caused the Fire?
The real cause of the
explosion is still not known. Some people believe that:
- A car crashed into the building.
- The crash damaged a gas line.
- The gas leak caused the explosion and fire.
This idea is not confirmed yet.
Officials are still investigating.
Where Did It Happen?
The fire happened at the corner of 13400
S and 5200 W in Herriman. This area has:
- Domino’s Pizza
- Jimmy John’s
- Other small shops and restaurants
It’s also close to homes,
which is why the evacuation was so important.
Were People Hurt?
Right now, there is no official
news about anyone being hurt or killed. We hope that:
- The car driver is safe
- No one inside Domino’s was harmed
- Firefighters and police are okay
Emergency doctors were at the scene
in case anyone needed help.
Monarch Meadows Neighborhood Told to Leave
The area called Monarch Meadows
was one of the closest neighborhoods to the fire. People there got
alerts to evacuate (leave their homes). This was because of the fire
and gas leak.
Many residents posted online asking:
- “Where should we go?”
- “When can we come back home?”
City officials said they would send
updates soon.
Stay Away from the Area
Police and fire crews have told
everyone to avoid the area near 13400 S and 5200 W. This is to:
- Keep people safe
- Help fire crews work faster
- Avoid traffic problems
They will let people know when it’s
okay to return.
What Happens Next?
This story is still developing.
Officials will:
- Check security cameras
- Talk to witnesses
- Look at the damaged car
- Share more details later
We’re waiting to learn:
- What caused the crash
- If anyone is hurt
- When it will be safe to go back home
We will update this story as soon as
more news comes out.
