Flames reach backyards, but no structures lost in North Ogden fire, officials say

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A wildfire in North Ogden prompted evacuations of over 100 homes Wednesday.

The Willard Peak Fire, sparked by a vehicle, threatens 15-20 structures.

Firefighters face challenges due to wind; power outages affect 29,000 customers.

NORTH OGDEN — Flames reached backyards as a new wildfire burns in North Ogden on Wednesday evening, but no structures have been lost, state fire officials said.

More than 100 homes are now evacuated after a vehicle fire sparked a wildfire in North Ogden Wednesday afternoon and the blaze grew to an estimated 150-200 acres.

Dubbed the Willard Peak Fire, the blaze is threatening about 15 to 20 structures, according to state fire officials at Utah Fire Info. The fire is burning uphill, and multiple ground crews and