A quiet night in Utah County turned chaotic when residents heard a “deep rumbling sound” just after midnight, followed by a sudden orange glow in the sky. People stepped outside to see “smoke spreading across rooftops” and flames shooting upward from a nearby industrial or storage building.

Within minutes, the structure was fully engulfed, with “windows shattered from the heat” and explosions coming from inside. Families hurried to check on children and decide whether to evacuate as the fire grew more intense.

Sirens soon filled the area as several fire departments arrived. Firefighters struggled against strong winds that blew embers toward nearby neighborhoods, while residents stood behind police barricades recording the scene. Traffic was redirected far from the site as additional crews rushed in.

By 1:30 a.m., the fire was out of control and visible from far beyond the county. Paramedics treated people for smoke inhalation, and at 2:00 a.m., a major collapse inside the building forced crews to change tactics. Despite the danger, firefighters continued working through the night.

Around 3:00 a.m., the flames finally began to weaken. Firefighters circled the building to stop flare-ups while residents worried about possible toxic smoke. By dawn, the blaze was mostly contained, though debris still smoldered.

At sunrise, the full damage was clear: the building reduced to “twisted metal and ash.” Authorities launched an investigation and warned people to stay away, as the night’s events showed how quickly a normal moment can turn into a life-altering emergency.