Detached garage fire causes thousands of dollars in damage

KEARNS, Utah — Homeowners in Kearns were alerted by their neighbors Sunday after a fire broke out in their garage, which was detached from the residence.

The incident happened in the area of 4100 West and 5700 South.

Aaron Lance with the Unified Fire Authority said there was “minimal exposure damage to the house,” adding that the flames did not extend into the home.

Fortunately, no one was injured, but investigators estimated damages at $50,000.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.