Engulfed motorcycle found on Ivins roadway after driver leaves scene, firefighters say

Written by Jessi Bang
October 17, 2022

IVINS —An abandoned motorcycle was found engulfed in flames in the middle of the roadway Monday morning, bringing curious neighbors out to see the firey wheels while responding law enforcement and fire crew smothered the heat.

An unattended motorcycle is seen on the roadway in Ivins, Utah, Oct. 17, 2022 | Photo courtesy of Andrew Parker, George News
An unattended motorcycle is seen on the roadway in Ivins, Utah, Oct. 17, 2022 | Photo courtesy of Andrew Parker, George News

Santa Clara – Ivins Fire & Rescue Fire Chief Andrew Parker told St. George News they received a report of a vehicle fire around 9:30 a.m. at 301 S. 100 W. in Ivins. Engine 32 responded from the Ivins Fire Station along with the Santa Clara Police Department.

“We basically had a motorcycle that was well involved with fire in the center of the road,” Parker said. “There were no exposures reported and the occupant of the motorcycle had left the scene.”

Parker said it’s believed that the driver of the motorcycle was performing some type of repair prior to the fire, but they were unable to determine who the rider was at that time. The fire was extinguished without injury and crews were in the mop-up stage by 9:45 a.m.

This report is based on statements from responders and may not contain the full scope of findings.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Jessi Bang was born and raised in Utah and has a passion for nature and the great outdoors. She graduated from Kaplan University in California with a degree in criminal justice. She has extensive experience in marketing, content creation, photography and copywriting. You can find her showcasing outdoor adventures through her blog, “The Rambling Raccoon.” In her free time, she enjoys climbing mountains, trail running, working out and cuddling her two lovable pups.

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