Fire Damages Trailer at Park City High School Construction Site

No injuries reported and school operations unaffected by blaze that was quickly extinguished by firefighters.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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Firefighters in Park City, Utah responded to a fire near a construction site at Park City High School on Tuesday evening, quickly extinguishing a blaze that was limited to a single cargo trailer. No students or staff were in danger, and school operations were not affected by the incident.

Why it matters

Construction site fires can pose serious risks to public safety, especially when they occur near schools where students and staff are present. The quick response and containment of this fire by local first responders helped avoid any potential injuries or disruptions to the school community.

The details

The Park City Fire District responded to the area near Dozier Field at Park City High School around 5:40 p.m. on February 3rd and had the fire fully extinguished by 6 p.m. The cause of the fire remains under investigation, with the school district and fire district working together to determine how it started.

  • The fire was reported around 5:40 p.m. on February 3, 2026.
  • The fire was fully extinguished by 6 p.m. on February 3, 2026.

The players

Park City Fire District

The local fire department that responded to and extinguished the fire at the Park City High School construction site.

Lyndsay Huntsman

The superintendent of the Park City School District, who commented on the incident and the district's partnership with local first responders.

Park City Police Department

The local police department that also responded to the fire incident at the Park City High School construction site.

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What they’re saying

“Safety is a shared commitment. We're proud to partner with our local first responders to ensure a secure and supportive environment for students and staff members every single day.”

— Lyndsay Huntsman, Superintendent (TownLift)

What’s next

The school district and fire district are working together to determine the cause of the fire.

The takeaway

The quick response and containment of this fire by local first responders helped avoid any potential injuries or disruptions to the school community, demonstrating the importance of strong partnerships between schools and public safety agencies.