Multiple Injuries at Utah Fourth of July Fireworks Show After Stray Fireworks Hit Crowd

On July 4th, a celebration at the LaVell Edwards Stadium in Provo, Utah turned chaotic as stray fireworks launched into the crowd, causing injuries to several attendees. The Stadium of Fire show, located approximately 44 miles southeast of Salt Lake City, was marred by the incident, which was captured in a video showing two stray fireworks flying into the stadium seats during a fireworks display.

Multiple Injuries and Hospitalizations

Local media outlets reported that multiple people were taken to the hospital with injuries. KSTU of Salt Lake City informed that one person was seriously injured after being struck in the face by a stray firework. The injured individuals were promptly transported to the hospital, briefly stopping the fireworks show. However, the spectacle resumed at approximately 9 p.m. on Thursday.

Event Organizer's Response

America's Freedom Festival, the event organizer, released a statement emphasizing that all pyrotechnics were thoroughly inspected before the show and examined again after the incident. They reassured attendees that safety is their top priority and expressed their concern for those impacted by the mishap. The festival pledged to follow up with the affected individuals to ensure their well-being.