A festive evening turned chaotic when several stray fireworks veered into the crowd during the Stadium of Fire show at LaVell Edwards Stadium on Thursday. The incident occurred as fireworks were fired to accompany the military flyover during the flag ceremony.
According to police reports, some of these fireworks misfired, heading straight into the audience. The unexpected turn of events led to multiple injuries among the attendees. Emergency responders promptly attended to the injured, with several individuals being transported to the hospital for further medical treatment.
The severity of the injuries sustained by those affected is not yet known. Authorities have not released specific details regarding the conditions of the injured individuals. The show was temporarily halted to ensure the safe and swift transportation of the injured to medical facilities.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic and frightening. "We were all enjoying the show, and suddenly, fireworks started coming towards us," said one attendee. "It was really scary, and people were trying to get out of the way."
Local authorities are investigating the cause of the mishap. They aim to understand how the fireworks deviated from their intended path and to prevent such incidents in future events.
The Stadium of Fire show is a highly anticipated annual event in Provo, known for its grand fireworks display and patriotic festivities. This year's event was no different, drawing large crowds eager to celebrate. However, the unforeseen incident has cast a shadow over the celebrations.
The community's thoughts and prayers are with the injured, and there is hope for their quick and full recovery. Event organizers have expressed their concern and are cooperating fully with the ongoing investigation.
As more information becomes available, updates on the condition of those injured and the findings of the investigation will be provided.
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