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4th of July Fireworks Disaster in Utah Leads to Multiple Hospitalizations

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Moment 4th of July fireworks misfire, injuring several at football stadium

A Fourth of July celebration at the LaVell Edwards Stadium in Utah turned into a tragedy on Thursday (5 July) after audience members and performers were hit by rogue fireworks.

Firefighters responded to multiple reports of people injured after the fireworks were released for the Stadium of Fire event.

Video footage shows some of the fireworks straying back down towards people before setting off.

At least three people were taken to hospital.

The concert resumed after a pause, with the Jonas Brothers taking the stage.

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