- Today
- Holidays
- Birthdays
- Reminders
- Cities
- Atlanta
- Austin
- Baltimore
- Berwyn
- Beverly Hills
- Birmingham
- Boston
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Charlotte
- Chicago
- Cincinnati
- Cleveland
- Columbus
- Dallas
- Denver
- Detroit
- Fort Worth
- Houston
- Indianapolis
- Knoxville
- Las Vegas
- Los Angeles
- Louisville
- Madison
- Memphis
- Miami
- Milwaukee
- Minneapolis
- Nashville
- New Orleans
- New York
- Omaha
- Orlando
- Philadelphia
- Phoenix
- Pittsburgh
- Portland
- Raleigh
- Richmond
- Rutherford
- Sacramento
- Salt Lake City
- San Antonio
- San Diego
- San Francisco
- San Jose
- Seattle
- Tampa
- Tucson
- Washington
Pleasant Grove Today
By the People, for the People
Flames engulf car on I-15 in Utah County
Firefighters extinguish blaze after driver loses control of vehicle
Published on Feb. 8, 2026
Got story updates? Submit your updates here. ›
Firefighters responded to a car fire on Interstate 15 in Utah County after the driver lost control of the accelerator and brakes, causing the vehicle to catch fire. The driver was able to safely pull over to the shoulder, and no injuries were reported.
Why it matters
Car fires on major highways can pose a significant safety risk, both to the driver and other motorists. This incident highlights the importance of proper vehicle maintenance and the quick response of emergency services in mitigating the potential for disaster.
The details
The driver, whose identity was not released, told KUTV that he was traveling northbound on I-15 near Pleasant Grove when he lost control of the accelerator and brakes. He then started to smell smoke coming from the air vents and crossed two lanes to stop on the highway's shoulder. Firefighters arrived within four minutes and were able to extinguish the flames, but the cause of the fire remains unclear.
- The incident occurred just after 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 8, 2026.
- Firefighters arrived at the scene within four minutes of the initial call.
The players
Utah Highway Patrol
The law enforcement agency that responded to the incident on Interstate 15.
KUTV
The local news station that interviewed the driver and reported on the car fire.
What they’re saying
“Their quick arrival was "really impressive.”
— The driver (KUTV)
What’s next
Authorities will continue to investigate the cause of the car fire to determine if any mechanical issues or other factors contributed to the incident.
The takeaway
This incident serves as a reminder for drivers to regularly maintain their vehicles and be prepared to safely pull over in the event of an emergency, as quick action and the response of emergency services can help prevent a potentially dangerous situation from escalating.
