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West Jordan man booked in connection with Timp Fire in AF Canyon

By Lehi Free Press · July 21, 2026 · 1 min read
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A charred pinecone sits on dark ash in a mountain landscape at dusk, symbolizing the aftermath of a wildfire in American Fork Canyon, Utah. The background shows a hazy, darkened mountain silhouette under a smoky sky, evoking themes of destruction and environmental impact without showing active flames or people.
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Utah News spotted this story published July 20, 2026 at Lehi Free Press. Full coverage may follow as more sources report.

A West Jordan man remains in the Utah County Jail following his arrest in connection with the Timp Fire, a wildfire that burned about two acres and prompted evacuations and temporary closures in American Fork Canyon. Conrad Jaredly Larsen, 46, was arrested by the Utah County Sheriff's Office at 8:30 p.m.

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