Andrew Adams

Salt Lake City

Reporter at KSL.com

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Firefighters urge caution in Sandy, across Utah amid Red Flag warning conditions

1 week ago | ksltv.com | Andrew Adams

SANDY — With Red Flag warnings in effect across most of Utah and with hot, breezy and extremely dry conditions persisting across much of the Salt Lake Valley, firefighters on Thursday were urging caution in hopes of avoiding fire starts. The grasses and brush around the Wrangler trailhead at Dimple Dell Regional Park were particularly dry, and Sandy City Fire Department Deputy Chief Mike Bullock said even a small fire could become a large one in a matter of minutes.
Police, firefighters, medics respond during mass casualty bomb explosion training at UVU

1 week ago | ksltv.com | Andrew Adams

OREM — Police, firefighters and medics converged Tuesday on the campus of Utah Valley University as they responded to a bomb threat and explosion scenario at the UCCU Center. Robin Ebmeyer, UVU Director of Emergency Management and Safety, said bomb threats and detonations have been on the rise across the country, fueling a desire to train for that type of situation. “Our main focus as law enforcement the last few years have been active shooters,” said Utah Valley University Police Chief Jeff Long.
Witness shares story of moment he spotted suspect after deadly shooting at SLC ‘No Kings Day’ demonstration

1 week ago | ksltv.com | Andrew Adams

SALT LAKE CITY — As Sam Hernandez fled from the sound of gunfire Saturday night at the ‘No Kings Day’ demonstration downtown, one man stood out as he ducked into an alley to take cover on 200 East. “He looked somewhat suspect — he’s a big man, all black fatigues,” recalled Hernandez, who attended the protest with his wife. “I see a butt of a rifle in his bag.
Officials: Raised medians have been significant in reducing crashes in Sandy

2 weeks ago | ksl.com | Andrew Adams

SANDY — Sandy police said traffic accidents so far in 2025 are down 21% compared to the 10-year average and that the city is at an all-time low for crashes. Data furnished by Sandy City shows 473 traffic accidents from January to April, compared to the 10-year average of 596 crashes. "We are at an all-time low now," said Sandy Police Sgt. Greg Moffitt. "Twenty-one percent (under) the previous 10-year average.
Officials: Raised medians have been significant in reducing crashes in Sandy

2 weeks ago | ksltv.com | Andrew Adams

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Sandy firefighters help homeowners to reduce wildfire risk

3 weeks ago | kslnewsradio.com | Andrew Adams |Alton Barnhart

SANDY — Firefighters know that wildfire season could kick up in a major way along the Wasatch Front at any time, and city firefighters, in recent weeks, have been helping homeowners fortify their properties against the potential fire hazard. Related: Utah fire agencies ramp up wildfire preparedness as wildfire season gets underwayAccording to Battalion Chief Matt Stuebner, the Sandy City Fire Department has offered property fire inspections over the past four years at the residents’ request.
Sandy firefighters help homeowners to reduce wildland fire risk

3 weeks ago | ksl.com | Andrew Adams

SANDY — Firefighters know that wildfire season could kick up in a major way along the Wasatch Front at any time, and city firefighters, in recent weeks, have been helping homeowners fortify their properties against the potential fire hazard. According to Battalion Chief Matt Stuebner, the Sandy City Fire Department has offered property fire inspections over the past four years at the residents' request.
Sandy firefighters help homeowners to reduce wildland fire risk

3 weeks ago | ksltv.com | Andrew Adams

SANDY — Firefighters know that wildfire season could kick up in a major way along the Wasatch Front at any time, and city firefighters, in recent weeks, have been helping homeowners fortify their properties against the potential fire hazard. According to Battalion Chief Matt Stuebner, the Sandy City Fire Department has offered property fire inspections over the past four years at the residents’ request.
Body camera captures trooper's near miss on US 40 in Wasatch County

3 weeks ago | ksl.com | Andrew Adams

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Highway Patrol on Tuesday was cautioning drivers to do better after a recent narrow miss involving a trooper on U.S. 40 between Heber and Park City. Trooper Alexander Agin said he was part of the response to a two-car crash on May 27 when a truck driver became distracted by the crash, nearly rear-ended a car in front of it and instead swerved. "That's when I heard the brakes lock up and a big white truck headed right towards me," Agin said.
Body camera captures trooper’s near miss on US 40 in Wasatch County

3 weeks ago | ksltv.com | Andrew Adams

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Highway Patrol on Tuesday was cautioning drivers to do better after a recent narrow miss involving a trooper on US 40 between Heber and Park City. Trooper Alexander Agin said he was part of the response to a 2-car crash on May 27 when a truck driver became distracted by the crash, nearly rear-ended a car in front of it and instead swerved. “That’s when I heard the brakes lock up and a big white truck headed right towards me,” Agin said during an interview with KSL TV.