Every year Utah officials host The Great Utah ShakeOut, a day dedicated to refreshing Utahns' earthquake safety skills. So far, 900,000 people have pledged to participate this year, which is 20,000 more than last year.

On Thursday, April 18, people at school, work, or home are going to perform earthquake drills and review emergency plans as part of what officials say is the largest earthquake drill.

The Wasatch Fault typically has a major earthquake every 350 to 400 years, according to an official video depicting what could happen in a major Utah earthquake. The video notes the last earthquake was more than 350 years ago.

This, coupled with the recent report from the U.S. Geological Survey saying the Wasatch Front has a greater than 50% chance of seeing powerful earthquakes over the next century, makes the ShakeOut event particularly relevant.

However, the ShakeOut website says many Utahns discount the earthquake threat because there has not been a major earthquake since the pioneers settled in the area in the mid-1800s.

"Comparing the average recurrence interval with the amount of time since the last large earthquake indicates that the next large earthquake is becoming increasingly likely on certain parts of the Wasatch fault," the website reads.

For those wishing to participate, there are several resources on shakeout.org for all kinds of organizations, including businesses, schools, healthcare facilities, parks and libraries, and at home. Officials say those participating should register to be "counted in the largest-ever earthquake drill," the website says.

Earthquake safety tips

The Utah ShakeOut site links out to several other organizations with tips to refresh your earthquake safety skills, including the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Earthquake County Alliance (ECA).

As simple as fire safety's "stop, drop, and roll" mantra, in an earthquake, officials say to drop, cover, and hold on.

Dropping to your hands and knees protects you from falling or being hit by flying objects, according to ECA. Cover refers to covering your head and neck and seeking cover under a sturdy desk or table, or, if none are available, next to an interior wall. ECA officials say to remain bent over on your knees to protect your vital organs.

Finally, hold on. If you are under a desk or table, hold onto it and move with the shelter if necessary. If there is no shelter, hold onto your head and neck area with both arms, ECA says.

If you are unable to drop, cover, and hold on due to health issues, check out the ECA site for specific recommendations. For tips on how to prepare for an earthquake ahead of time, see here.

Hundreds of family members, friends and loved ones were at Hill Air Force Base, welcoming the airmen home with open arms after a morning of anticipation.

Cori Carey was one of many wives waiting at Hill AFB to welcome her husband back.

"I’m nervous, but excited all at the same time," Carey told ABC4.com. "It’s been nerve-racking, having him gone and having the three kids at home and trying to maintain life without him."

Carey said her husband missed their son's first Christmas and his first birthday, but she is interested to see how her husband will react to how much their son has grown after coming home.

"It's gonna be nice to have him home and be a family again," Carey said.

Allyson Kinder was also at Hill Air Force Base to welcome her husband home.

"It's very scary," Allyson Kinder said. "I'm anxious constantly, but I think it really strengthens our relationship -- just having that distance, that 16-hour time difference trying to make it work and communicating."

United States Air Force Deputy Commander Col. James Buessing said the airmen spent time at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, and had been there since November.

"They worked with our partners and allies, mostly to deter any kind of instability that could happen in the Pacific region," Buessing said.

Buessing shared about his own experience with combat deployment and acknowledged the high amount of anticipation from both family members and military members.

"Definitely no sleep the night before, anxiously cleaning the house, making sure everything is good to go," Kinder said.

While awaiting their return at Hill AFB, some families found out about the return sooner than others -- for Carey, she said found out about her husband's return the week it happened.

"He kept it a secret until just a couple days ago," Carey said.

On that windy Sunday, friends and family were standing in line and holding signs as the time ticked by, the wheels touched down and the reunions could begin.

Families got to experience the long-awaited hug and kiss that they said was well worth the 149 days.

Returning airmen said that returning felt surreal, some said it brought relief and others said it felt great to be with their families once again.

"It’s an awesome opportunity just to see all the families and friends that come back to an open our airmen with open arms," Buessing said.

Elizzibeth Rose Lanphear, 15, of South Willard, was reportedly last seen on the morning of Friday, April 12, at Box Elder Middle School in Brigham City.

Police said Lanphear did not return to her home in South Willard after school.

She is described as 5'6", 124 lbs, with strawberry blonde hair and green eyes.

Police consider Lanphear to be a runaway at this time.

If you have any information regarding Lanphear's whereabouts, please contact the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office at 435-734-3894.

No further information is available at this time.

Weber Fire District said they conducted a prescription burn in the Wildlife Management area of West Weber County in an effort to control phragmites, which they defined as "large grass found in wetlands."

Officials said in addition to managing phragmites, the fire was intended to improve forest health and wildlife habitat, encourage nesting, and mitigate fire risk moving into the summer.

Phragmites are an invasive species in Utah that can threaten native plants and take over habitats, according to the Utah Lake Authority. They also can become as "dry as tinder" during the late summer and fall months, posing a fire hazard.

During the summer months, wildfires become a concern in Utah as grasses and shrubs, such as phragmites, dry out and become more susceptible to burning. Efforts such as prescription burns can help reduce wildfire risk.

While authorities work to prevent wildfires ahead of the season and extinguish them once they start, there are some tips Utahns should keep in mind to aid in the effort.

According to Utah Fire Sense, roughly 70% of fires can be prevented if Utahns practice good "fire sense," such as parking vehicles away from vegetation, checking for worn-out brakes that can cause sparks, and ensuring campfires are completely extinguished.

Other tips to prevent wildfires include setting up shooting targets against rock backstops, avoiding starting fires or shooting firearms on windy days, and never leaving a fire unattended.

The highly anticipated live-action adaptation of "Fallout" — a hit video game series with more than 20 years of history — was released on Amazon Prime Video on Friday, April 12, and part of it was filmed in Utah.

The series tells the stories of the world's citizens stuck in a 1950s-esque steampunk setting after an apocalyptic nuclear fallout. Those who survived the blasts on the surface scrape by day-to-day in the wastelands above while the more luxurious residents who escaped before the fallout live sheltered lives in underground "Vaults." Much like any post-apocalyptic story, survivors form different government-like factions, such as the militaristic armored-suit-wielding Brotherhood of Steel.

Utahns watching the Fallout TV series may recognize the Brotherhood of Steel base as the expansive and flat western portion of Utah. According to the Utah Film Commission, Wendover Airfield in Utah provided the backdrop for the base of the Brotherhood of Steel through the first three episodes.

The Wendover Airfield was built in the late 1930s and was used during World War II for bombing and gunnery ranges. The site was once hailed as the "largest bombing and gunnery range in the world" spanning over 1.8 million acres of uninhabited desert and salt flats. The airbase serves as the perfect backdrop for the Fallout series and not just because of its military connections.

In 1944, the airfield became a building and testing range for what would eventually become the "Fat Man" - or atomic - bomb. It was chosen for its isolation and ability for discretion and security.

In the series, Maximus, one of the show's main characters played by Aaron Moten, is seen training with the Brotherhood of Steel at the Wendover airbase. According to Amazon, Maximus will "do anything to further the Brotherhood's goals of bringing law and order to the wasteland."

This isn't the first time the Wendover airbase has been used as the setting for a movie. The historic site also made appearances in Will Smith's "Independence Day" released in 1996 as well as 1997's "Con Air" starring Nicolas Cage and 2003's "Hulk" starring Eric Bana.

The Fallout series is just the latest release to be filmed in the Beehive State with more being released later this year. The show has a TV-MA rating but has so far scored favorably with critics, holding a 93% on Rotten Tomatoes as of Friday morning.

The Utah Film Commission told ABC4 that the filming was done in the fall of 2022 and generated over $5 million in economic spending for the Beehive State for cast, crew, background actors, catering, equipment and more.

At approximately 12:30 p.m. Thursday, the high school's resource officer received an anonymous tip that the student had brought a gun, a press release states. The high school was placed into a "HOLD" status while the officer and school administration responded to that student's classroom.

The student was removed from the classroom and was found to be in possession of the gun and ammunition in his waistband.

In an interview with the student and his parents, the officer reportedly learned the firearm belonged to the student's father. The student informed the officer that without his parent's knowledge, he obtained the gun from a locked safe.

Additionally, there was information that the incident may have gang connections. The student said he brought the gun for protection, the release states.

The student was taken into custody and booked into Weber Valley Detention on gun-related charges. The officer said that there is no information that the suspect was in possession of the weapon for any other reason than protection.

"Our top priority is the safety of your children, teachers and staff and maintaining a safe environment to learn and educate," the Roy City Police Department said.

The horses were taken to Basin Livestock Market in Ballard, Utah, where they will be taken care of until their owner reclaims them -- or they will be sold, county officials said.

The Duchesne County Sheriff's Office said if you are the owner of these horses to please contact the Basin Livestock Market sales barn at (435)722-5043.

There is no further information available at this time.

On Facebook, the shelter announced they are open for dog adoptions again.

"We have lots of anxious dogs waiting for homes! Please come in and adopt or foster!" the post said.

What happened?

On April 1, the shelter confirmed there were three cases of the highly contagious disease.

April 2, they gave an update that four dogs were infected, saying three passed away. The lone survivor was Oliver, a 15-month-old mix-breed dog.

Lisa Weiss, an animal care specialist at the shelter, said Oliver has been there since January.

“When he first arrived, he was so scared he didn’t want anything to do with any of us. Through the help of our volunteers, Oliver has made strides here at the shelter and has become a favorite amongst the shelter staff and volunteers,” Weiss said.

On April 4, the shelter posted that Oliver's expenses were paid off due to generous donations from the community, but since then, he has accrued more charges and needs a longer hospital stay.

Weiss said all donations are appreciated and can be made directly to Mountain West Veterinary Specialists by calling 801-683-6201, pressing option 2, and asking them to put the donation toward Oliver from the Weber Shelter.

April 8, she gave an update on Oliver, saying he has been doing better as he was starting to keep his food down and give vet staff tail wags.

Weiss added that they are looking for a foster that can help Oliver fully recover when he gets discharged from the hospital, with more details to be posted on their Facebook page.

For information on what supplies and donations the shelter needs, visit their website.

The American Veterinary Medical Association says that canine parvovirus is a highly contagious disease caused by canine parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2) that attacks white blood cells and the gastrointestinal tract of dogs. In puppies, it can also damage the heart muscle.

Signs of parvovirus can be lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea fever or low body temperature.

According to the AVMA, it can be spread through direct contact with infected dogs, contact with feces from infected dogs, or contact with virus-contaminated surfaces.

Weiss said that when the virus broke out, no new dogs stayed in the room where it was found. She said that shelter workers would use special protection equipment when they went in the room, which was cleaned daily with heavy-duty supplies.

Earlier this month, the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District (WBWCD) was awarded a chunk of $19 million in federal funding to test the idea, which could be rolled out on a massive scale across the American West to improve the region’s resilience to drought and climate change.

According to the U.S. Department of Interior, WBWCD will get $1.5 million to install solar panels in the upper portion of the Layton Canal, which is located in Weber County. The project will be a five-year demonstration, collecting data on the feasibility of the novel concept to conserve water and generate renewable energy.

“We love the implementation of new technologies,” said Jonathan Parry, assistant general manager for the water district. “We’re excited to see how this can play a role in our energy portfolio.”

How is this supposed to work?

According to Parry, the water district is aiming to install solar panels on a 1,400-foot section of the Layton Canal, shading what is currently an exposed area of open water.

This is expected to reduce evaporation from solar radiation, meaning there’ll be more water in the irrigation system. The shade should also limit toxic algal blooms, thereby improving water quality.

Additionally, studies suggest that any evaporation that does happen off the water will act as a coolant on the solar panels, making them more productive in energy generation, Parry said.

These potential benefits are all things the WBWCD will look to monitor over the course of the project. Should it play out as expected, more solar panels could be installed in the district, which supplies water to parts of Davis, Weber, Morgan, and Summit counties.

“We’ve got a lot of canals that have the potential for these types of installations,” Parry said.

When will the project be up and running?

The WBWCD expects the Layton Canal project to be up and running in the next two to two-and-a-half years. But before construction gets underway, details need to be finalized and all the equipment needs to be gathered.

According to Parry, in the next six months, the WBWCD will get a consultant on board to help with designing the project and equipment selection.

Other projects in the West

Two other water districts in California and Oregon also received federal funding this month to test floating solar panels in canals, and last year, $5.6 million went to fund a solar panel project at the Casa Blanca Canal in Arizona.

According to the U.S. Department of Interior, the money for these projects came from the Inflation Reduction Act, which carved out $25 million to design, study and implement solar projects on water facilities connected to the Bureau of Reclamation.

The WBWCD has a close relationship with the bureau, Parry said, adding that the original Weber Basin water project was a federal undertaking in the 1950s and '60s. Parry said the bureau often works with the WBWCD to provide grants and alerted the water district about this particular opportunity.

“We want to be providing as much value as we can to our communities and doing it as efficiently as possible,” Parry said. “We’re hopeful that this is another tool and resource to do exactly that.”

On Wednesday evening, the sheriff's office said the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner has confirmed that the remains belonged to Rounds.

Rounds first went missing in May 2022 at the age of 19, and was reportedly living in an RV-camper near the Nevada-Utah border. In March 2023, James Brenner was formally charged with Rounds' murder.

On April 9, 2024, remains that were believed to be Rounds were "recovered in the remote western Box Elder County area of Lucin," officials said.

The Box Elder County Sheriff's Office said the FBI assisted with the investigation and processed the area for evidence, in addition to recovering the remains.

Rounds' mother, Candice Cooley, confirmed with ABC4.com that Brenner led authorities to the location of Rounds' body as part of a plea agreement.

Officials said the remains were taken to the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner for confirmation of the identity. The next day, the remains were identified as belonging to Rounds.

"Our hearts go out to the family of Dylan Rounds," the sheriff's office said. "We offer our sincerest condolences for the loss of their family member."

The sheriff's office said the investigation and search took 23 months, and expressed its gratitude to everyone who has assisted with the investigation.

'Life taken too soon': Dylan's mother speaks out

"To us, this is not a shock," Cooley told ABC4.com.

Cooley said her family has fought hard and screamed loudly. She said she knew her son's remains would be found, but she didn't know when.

"Everybody tells me, 'I'm sorry.' And I tell them don't. Don't tell me you're sorry," Cooley said. "Don't be sorry that we brought Dylan home. It doesn't make any sense to me to be sorry for that."

Cooley said the office of the prosecuting attorney had been a great help throughout the process. She said she and her family were able to be involved at every step of the plea deal.

"It's crazy how it feels like it's taken an eternity," Cooley said. "But I blink, and I'm like, 'Where did the last 700 days go?'"

Cooley said she learned about the discovery of Rounds' remains when she got a call from the attorney's office. She said she still hasn't finished processing the news.

"It's so relieving to have him, it's so much stress off shoulders," Cooley said. "Every day we were waiting for that phone call."

Cooley said one book has closed, and Dylan can now be laid to rest. But, she said the next step is working to change the laws in Utah, saying it's "one ending to a new beginning." She also said she hopes Dylan knows that his family didn't lie, and that they were never going to give up.

"Life taken too soon," Cooley said. "What he did accomplish in his 19 years -- almost 20 years -- was more than most grown adults do in their whole life."

She said he was a hard worker and a good farmer who owned more equipment than most people would even think about.

"We'll make it so the next Dylan Rounds gets to stick around longer," Cooley said.

Dylan Rounds' disappearance

Around May 30, 2022, Rounds' mother first discovered no one had seen her son in a few days. His family reportedly traveled to Utah after not hearing from Rounds and becoming concerned.

"We knew our son," Cooley said. "Dylan would never walk away from that farm. Ever."

In June 2022, it was confirmed that a pair of boots belonging to Rounds was found on the property where he was living in a camping trailer.

In July of 2022, a suspect was named in connection to the disappearance of Dylan Rounds. That suspect was James Brenner, who was being held on unrelated federal firearm charges.

Previous reports indicated Brenner was reportedly "squatting" on Rounds' property. He was also said to have a violent past.

In August 2022, Nevada authorities executed a search warrant on Brenner's home.

In October 2022, the case was declared a homicide investigation by Box Elder County officials.

In March 2023, Brenner was formally charged with aggravated murder and abuse or desecration of a human body. According to documents, digital forensics revealed a time-lapse video allegedly showing Brenner cleaning a gun with blood on his arms and shirt.

Officials say they obtained Brenner's shirt, analyzed it and discovered DNA belonging to Rounds.

The Search and Rescue team said the man ended up in the Middle Fork drainage area, where he ran out of snow as the elevation dropped.

The team reportedly followed the snowboarder's tracks in snowmobiles until they also ran out of snow, and then discarded their machines and continued on foot until they located the man.

There was a "lucky small break in the weather" that allowed Department of Public Safety Aero Bureau to get the snowboarder out to safety, the SAR team said. "The Snowmobile Team hiked back to recover their snowmobiles and headed home to their families."

The shelter posted Thursday, April 4, that Oliver's expenses had been paid off thanks to the generosity of the community — but now he has accrued more charges as he needs to stay longer with Mountain West Veterinary Specialists.

His condition has been improving, Lisa Weiss, an animal care specialist at the shelter, said.

"Oliver is doing much better, is starting to keep his food down and is giving the vet staff tail wags," Weiss said.

She said that any donations are very much appreciated, and can be made directly to Mountain West Veterinary Specialists by calling 801-683-6201, pressing option 2, and asking them to put the donation toward Oliver from the Weber Shelter.

Weiss said that they are looking for a foster that can help Oliver fully recover when he gets discharged from the hospital, and more details will be posted on their Facebook page as that draws closer.

In a post by Weber County Animal Services, they wrote that Oliver's starting to keep food down and is being fed high-protein food to get his blood protein levels up.

"Oliver is not out of the woods yet, but doing much better," the post said, adding that he will likely be at the hospital for another five days.

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, canine parvovirus, or “parvo,” is a highly contagious disease caused by canine parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2) that attacks white blood cells and the gastrointestinal tract of dogs.

AVMA said that the disease is easily spread by direct contact with infected dogs, contact with feces from infected dogs, or contact with virus-contaminated surfaces — including kennels, food and water bowls, collars and leashes, and the hands and clothing of people who handle infected dogs.

On Monday, April 1, Weber County Animal Services announced they were unable to adopt any dogs until April 10 as the shelter underwent a quarantine due to the outbreak.

For information on what supplies the shelter needs, visit their website.

According to an online post from the county, after some poles were relocated and installed along Mammoth Drive, Rocky Mountain Power is scheduled to transfer power to the new power lines. The company estimates that the process will take about 10 hours.

With the exception of East Creek Ranch HOA, the county said the following neighborhoods will be affected:

• All residents of Summit County Service Area 3 -- including constituents and businesses.
• All of Tollgate.
• All of Red Hawk.

The county has asked residents to spread the word about the scheduled 10-hour power outage, especially to residents who may need special assistance.

To check with Rocky Mountain Power on the status of an outage, residents can text STAT to 759677. To report an outage to Rocky Mountain Power, customers can text OUT to 759677.

For those with "electricity-dependent medical needs" -- such as breathing machines, home oxygen, home dialysis or a power wheelchair -- Rocky Mountain Power said to call the company at 1-888-221-7070.

Those with medical needs that depend on electricity are also urged to make backup plans with their medical providers, in addition to calling Rocky Mountain Power or using an online form to inform the power company about the situation.

How to prepare for a power outage

Whether the outage is planned or not, Rocky Mountain Power offers some guidelines and tips to prepare for a power outage.

Safety and preparedness resources have been compiled by Rocky Mountain Power and can be found online.

Some items that Rocky Mountain Power suggests to keep in an emergency kit are listed below:

• Water
  • Have one gallon per person, per day
• Non-perishable food
  • For both people and pets
• First aid kit and essential medications
• Copies of important family documents
• Cash
• Blankets

Rocky Mountain Power's comprehensive emergency preparedness list is available online.

The protest on Saturday afternoon coincided with the Baby Animal Days event at the American West Heritage Center in Wellsville. PETA said the protest was a response to the bear cubs for Baby Animal Days being supplied by Yellowstone Bear World.

"In nature, bear cubs spend their time playing, exploring, and socializing with one another and their mothers," PETA said on the social media event page for the protest. "But at Yellowstone Bear World, these curious and unweaned babies are taken away from their mothers prematurely and forced into close proximity with humans — whom they would naturally avoid."

PETA said the early separation of cubs from their mothers is a threat to the cubs' long-term development -- and cubs have been seen at Yellowstone Bear World attempting to nurse on staff members' chins and arms and other bears' ears "since their chance to nurse naturally from their mothers has been stolen from them."

The protest was a continuation of the organization's yearslong efforts against Yellowstone Bear World. PETA reportedly had an undercover investigator working at the bear attraction in 2022.

According to the PETA investigation, last updated in March of 2023, the animal rights organization was able to collect enough evidence against the attraction to cause Yellowstone Bear World to face thousands of dollars in fines from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

Through its investigation, PETA claimed Yellowstone Bear World mistreated bear cubs (including subjecting the bears to inappropriate diets and medical neglect) and endangered the public by exposing visitors to cubs that are reportedly "too large and strong to be used in direct contact with the public."

PETA also claimed that Yellowstone Bear World has shipped at least 88 bears over the last decade to an exotic animal dealer who allegedly sends bears off to slaughter.

PETA said it has sent evidence of its findings to OSHA, the United States Department of Agriculture (for alleged violations of the Animal Welfare Act) and Idaho Fish and Game.

Saturday's protest saw participants holding signs with statements including "Bear cubs are not photo props" and "Baby animals belong with their mothers."

At around 10:30 p.m. on April 6, Brigham City officers and firefighters responded to the 800 block of West Forrest Street on a report that a vehicle had crashed into a building.

Witnesses reportedly said the vehicle had struck the building and become fully engulfed in flames. According to police, the vehicle had struck the gas line, "causing the fire and the building to collapse onto the vehicle," a press release states.

The deceased has been identified as Brendyn Miller, 20, of Riverdale.

Miller was reportedly the driver and only person in the vehicle at the time of the crash.

800 West between 50 South and West Forest Street will be closed while Brigham City Fire personnel monitor the structure.

"Brigham City Police and Fire Departments would like to offer their heartfelt condolences to the
family and ask that the family not be bothered in their time of grieving," the release states.

This is an ongoing investigation. The cause of this crash is unknown at this time.

ABC4 will update this post as more details become available.

On April 6, the sheriff's office announced that the body had been identified as Tristen White, 27, who was first reported missing several months earlier.

The day the sheriff's office released the identity of the body they found on Tuesday, ABC4.com spoke with the family of Tristen White.

"My son, he was missing for a long time," Ana said. "It was just reopening a wound that, deep down ... it was just very hard to hear anyways. It was devastating."

Family members Ana, Samantha and Cecilia White said the news from April 6 was news that no family wants to hear. Ana is Tristen's stepmother, and Samantha and Cecilia are his sisters.

Ana described Tristen as being a great person who made the people around him better, in addition to being free-spirited, creative and hard-working. Samantha said Tristen was goofy and outgoing.

"It’s been really hard," Cecilia said. "There would be times we’d have a lot of hope and think that he's OK, that he's just somewhere doing something, and then other times we'd think the worst and then we'd just go back and forth."

His relatives said 27-year-old Tristen was in Garden City doing construction work, but no one had seen or heard from him since the end of January. Cecilia said when Tristen stopped communicating, they knew something was wrong.

"There's still a lot of unknowns. We're not quite sure what happened to him," Ana said.

On April 2, they learned that volunteers and Rich County Sheriff's Office found his body -- news that the family said hit hard.

"It’s just really strange this had happened to him, and it’s just random and horrible," Cecilia said.

At this point, with heavy hearts, their message is simple.

"I want people to be aware that he went missing. I want them to know what kind of person he was, and how much he was loved, and how much he loved people," Ana said.

Tristen's family credited a non-profit organization with helping find him, and letting family know where he was found.

The Rich County Sheriff's Office is still investigating the cause of Tristen's death.

"He’s going to be so missed, but never forgotten," Ana said. "And we love him."

The deceased person has been identified as Tristen White, 27.

He had been reported missing since January 28, 2024. The investigation into his cause of death is ongoing.

White's next of kin has been notified.

"The Rich County Sheriff’s Office would like to offer heartfelt condolences to his family and friends and thank everyone who assisted in the search for Mr. White," the sheriff's office stated on social media.

White's body was found at around 12 p.m. on Tuesday, April 2.

No further information is available at this time.

Malinda Karn Deleone, 73, was charged Friday with three counts of aggravated assault, all third-degree felonies.

The incident happened on March 27, when a Kamas City Police Officer said he responded to complaints of a "woman with a gun," the affidavit states.

Those who made the call reportedly told officers they were doing stonework near the roadway when a woman, later identified as Deleone, pulled up to them in her vehicle and confronted them about speeding.

When one of the victims disagreed, Deleone allegedly screamed she would shoot them. She then allegedly pulled out a silver pistol and threatened again, according to the affidavit.

On Wednesday, April 3, Deleone reportedly confirmed the incident with officers.

Charges are allegations only. All arrested persons are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt.

The Utah State Medical Examiner's Office has identified the remains as Elijah Peck, 42, of Garland, Utah.

"This case is being investigated as suspicious, as is protocol when a cause of death cannot be immediately determined," a press release from the sheriff's office states.

On March 30, at around 10:45 a.m., police received a report of skeletal remains found in a remote wetland area in the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge on the northwest side of Willard Bay.

Peck was reportedly last seen in May 2023 and was not reported as missing. However, the sheriff's office said this is an ongoing investigation and that details are subject to change.

The Utah State Medical Examiner's Office and Weber Metro CSI responded and assisted with processing the area and collecting the remains. The medical examiner's office was able to identify the remains as Peck through dental records.

Anyone with knowledge that could help in this investigation is asked to call 435-734-6530 and leave a message with the Box Elder County Sheriff's Office. You may also email detectives@boxeldercounty.org.

No further information is available at this time.

This is a developing story. Stay tuned as ABC4 will update this article as more information becomes available.

OGDEN, Utah (ABC4) -- Approximately 4,500 houses are without power in Ogden Thursday, according to Rocky Mountain Power.

Rocky Mountain Power officials said they are aware of a power outage affecting around 4,500 customers in northern Utah. While officials initially said they expected it to be fixed within about four and a half hours, they are now reporting the estimated time of restoration to be around 6:30 a.m. Friday, more than thirteen hours after the outage was announced.

Officials say a car crash caused the outage after a vehicle struck a pole taking down multiple power lines.

Rocky Mountain Power encourages those affected by power outages to report them to the company by texting OUT to 759677. Customers can also report an outage or check their status online.

For 45 years, Weber State University has been lighting the electing "W" on Mount Ogden overlooking the campus during homecoming week. On Wednesday, the University announced it plans to build a permanent solar-powered version to light up the mountainside year-round.

"There have long been attempts to put a permanent W on the mountainside," said WSU President Brad Mortensen. "The temporary one has been a source of pride for Wildcats and the community, and the new one will only amplify that school spirit."

The Flaming W has been a tradition that has come and gone throughout the institution's history. It began with a literal flaming W in 1937 with the help of 100 cans of kerosene to ignite the letter. That tradition continued until flares started a brush fire in 1957.

The much safer electric version of the W was established in 1979.

Mortensen said the solar-powered version of the Flaming W is not only a way to bring the tradition into the modern era but also a way to give back to the community by contributing electricity back into the grid.

While the W will now be lit up year-round, it will still be used to celebrate momentous occasions for the school. The W will light up with purple and white bulbs for special moments such as homecoming, commencement, Founders Day and when the Wildcats win at home.

Construction on the permanent solar-powered Flaming W is expected to begin this summer. The hope is to have it completed in time for WSU's 2024 Homecoming in October.

WSU officials said the majority of funding for the project has already been secured but $500,000 is still left unaccounted for. Weber State University is accepting donations to help secure the last half-million needed to complete the project. Donations can be made on Weber State University's website, here.

They also thanked everyone dropping off donations at the shelter over the last few days, including Petco for donating many much-needed supplies.

In the comments, the shelter responded to those asking about Oliver's condition by writing, "He's slowly making progress day by day!"

For information on what supplies the shelter needs, visit their website.

ORIGINAL POST: WEBER COUNTY, Utah (ABC4) — The Weber County Animal Shelter is asking for donations for the only surviving dog infected by a recent outbreak of canine parvovirus at the facility.

Lisa Weiss, an animal care specialist at the shelter, said they've had four confirmed cases of canine parvovirus. Of those dogs, their only survivor so far is a 15-month-old mixed-breed dog named Oliver.

In a Facebook post, Weber County Animal Services said they appreciate the community asking how they can help following the outbreak. One option, they wrote, is donating toward Oliver's care.

Oliver has been with the Mountain West Veterinary Specialists getting treatment for the virus since Friday and is still too sick to transfer to another vet clinic.

"Treatment for dogs with parvo is very expensive and we are not funded to cover these costs," the post said.

If you're interested in donating, the shelter said to call Mountain West at 801-683-6201 and tell them you are donating for Oliver.

Weiss said that Oliver is currently having a difficult time keeping food down right now, but his white blood cell count is rising.

"Mountain West has a few techniques to help him with digestion. He will be spending another night there tonight. We are all pulling for him," she said.

Oliver has been at the shelter since January this year.

"When he first arrived, he was so scared he didn’t want anything to do with any of us. Through the help of our volunteers, Oliver has made strides here at the shelter and has become a favorite amongst the shelter staff and volunteers. He enjoys playing with other dogs and if we can pull him through this rough time, he will go into our adoption program," Weiss said.

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, canine parvovirus, or “parvo,” is a highly contagious disease caused by canine parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2) that attacks white blood cells and the gastrointestinal tract of dogs.

AVMA said that the disease is easily spread by direct contact with infected dogs, contact with feces from infected dogs, or contact with virus-contaminated surfaces — including kennels, food and water bowls, collars and leashes, and the hands and clothing of people who handle infected dogs.

On Monday, April 1, Weber County Animal Services announced they are unable to adopt any dogs until April 10 as the shelter undergoes a quarantine due to the outbreak. They're also asking anyone with their dogs at the facility to pick them up immediately.

Weiss said that a dog can carry parvovirus in its system for 5-7 days before symptoms appear.

"We know who our patient zero is. Unfortunately, he did pass away from parvovirus because it just it struck him really fast and really hard," she said.

Weiss said the first dog who was infected was acting lethargic, drooling and had diarrhea.

"He was not eating or drinking anything. We have a test that we can do, it's a fecal test, and we took the sample and the test did come back positive," she said.

The shelter is having no new dogs stay in the room where parvovirus was found. She said shelter workers are using special personal protection equipment as they enter the room, which is being thoroughly cleaned each day with heavy-duty supplies.

Weiss also said that any dog who comes in as a stray will be getting a canine parvovirus booster, whether they may need it or not.

"Since we don't know the back history of these dogs, right now, we're giving it to them as a little bit of a shield to help in case they do come in contact with it," she said.

The AVMA said that vaccination is key to protecting dogs from parvovirus, and boosters are recommended to maintain that protection.

UPDATE 4/3 2:47 p.m.: The Rich County Sheriff's Office said the Utah Office of the Medical Examiner will be giving more information regarding the identity of the body that was found on April 2.

The sheriff's office said it will give more information as it becomes available.

ORIGINAL STORY: GARDEN CITY, Utah (ABC4) -- The Rich County Sheriff's Office said the body of an unidentified deceased person was found in Garden City in the early afternoon on Tuesday.

According to police, the body was found around noon on Tuesday.

"The Utah State Bureau of Investigation has been notified and an investigation has been initiated," the Rich County Sheriff's Office said in a social media post on Tuesday.

The point of contact for the case is the Rich County Sheriff's Office, who can be reached at 435-793-2285.

Police did not release any other details.

There is no further information at this time.

The outbreak of canine parvovirus has caused the shelter to go into quarantine.

The shelter said they will be unable to adopt any dogs until April 10, as per quarantine protocol, and asks anyone with dogs at their facility to pick them up immediately.

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, canine parvovirus, or "parvo," is a highly contagious disease caused by canine parvovirus type 2 (CPV-2). The virus reportedly attacks white blood cells and the gastrointestinal tract of dogs, and can damage the heart muscle of puppies.

All dogs are susceptible to the disease, although some are at a greater risk than others. AVMA said the following groups are at a greater risk: puppies between six and 20 weeks of age; unvaccinated or incompletely vaccinated dogs; and certain breeds, such as Rottweilers, Doberman pinschers, Bull terrier breeds, German shepherds, and English springer spaniels.

The disease is easily spread by direct contact with infected dogs, contact with feces from infected dogs, or contact with virus-contaminated surfaces -- including kennels, food and water bowls, collars and leashes, and the hands and clothing of people who handle infected dogs, AVMA said.

Because canine parvovirus is highly contagious, AVMA said dogs suspected or confirmed to be infected need to be isolated from other dogs to minimize spread of infection.

Box Elder officials say the remains were found on Saturday, March 30, around 10:45 a.m. on the Bear River Migratory Bird Refuge to the northwest of Willard Bay. Officials confirmed the skeletal remains were human.

Authorities from the Utah State Medical Examiner's Office and the Weber Metro Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) unit collected the evidence and are working to confirm an identity.

There is no further information available at this time.

The indictment, returned by a grand jury on Feb. 28, includes charges of wire fraud and aiding and abetting during the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

According to court documents, Halee Ann Mehlbauer, 38, Timothy George Lopez, 62, and Rick Bolton, 65, of Tooele, allegedly ran a Paycheck Protection Program loan fraud ring from July 2020 to January 2022.

The DOJ said Mehlbauer, Lopez and Bolton applied for several PPP loan and loan forgiveness applications that attempted to defraud lenders and the Small Business Administration of more than $422,000.

These were funds Congress reportedly allocated to the SBA to provide low-interest loans to eligible small businesses experiencing financial disruption due to the pandemic.

When applying for the loans, the DOJ said Mehlbauer, Lopez and Bolton used fictitious businesses that did not exist before the pandemic hit. Additionally, the three reportedly exaggerated and fabricated the number of employees, average monthly payroll and gross income of those fictitious businesses.

Mehlbauer, Lopez and Bolton also allegedly submitted fake tax forms and payroll tax forms to support their fabricated payroll and gross income, but never filed the fake tax forms they submitted to their lenders with the IRS, the DOJ said.

Mehlbauer also allegedly transferred at least $49,475.02 of PPP loan funds to herself in checks, the DOJ said, and Mehlbauer, Lopez and Bolton spent the rest on "unauthorized personal expenses, including debt payments, car expenses and gambling."

"By lying on the PPP loan applications, Mehlbauer, Lopez and Bolton fraudulently obtained at least approximately $195,930.50 in PPP loan funds and obtained forgiveness of at least approximately $155,477.50 of their approved PPP loans, that they were not eligible to receive," the DOJ said. 

Mehlbauer, Lopez and Bolton are charged with seven counts of wire fraud and aiding and abetting.

Additionally, Mehlbauer is charged with money laundering.

In a press release, Roosevelt police said the teenager was arrested on Feb. 14 on charges unrelated to the armed robbery, but investigation and public tips determined the 17-year-old was a suspect in the Feb. 8 robbery.

According to Roosevelt Police, the robbery at the beginning of February happened just before 9 p.m. at a convenience store on Main Street in Roosevelt.

"The suspect came into the convenience store with their hood up and face covered and brandished a firearm at the clerk while demanding cash from the register," police said in the press release.

The teenager reportedly discharged the firearm during the robbery, but police said no one was injured. He was arrested about a week later and investigators connected him to the Feb. 8 robbery.

Roosevelt Police did not disclose the reason for the teenager's arrest on Feb. 14, other than saying he was taken into custody "on unrelated charges."

According to police, further investigation led to the teenager being charged with aggravated robbery, felony discharge of a firearm, possession of a firearm by a restricted person and theft, all in connection to the robbery on Feb. 8.

The teenager was charged on March 20 and is still in custody. Police did not share further information because of the suspect's age.

"The Roosevelt City Police Department would like to thank the public and everyone who provided tips for their assistance with this case," police said in the release.

Weber County fire crews, along with deputies from the Weber County Sheriff's Office, responded to a traffic accident at the intersection of 1900 West and 2100 South in West Haven Friday.

Upon arrival, crews found a two-vehicle accident with major damage. Officials said all those inside were able to get out of the vehicles, but a dog was trapped.

Crews "worked quickly and precisely" to access and rescue the dog, according to Weber Fire.

The dog was taken to a vet ER due to its condition, though Weber Fire has recently provided an update that the dog is doing well.

"The vet said the quick action of the fire department saved this dog’s life," Weber Fire stated.

No further information is available at this time.

“After two and half inspiring years, I have made the decision to begin a new chapter and will be moving on from my role as CEO of Sundance Institute,” Vicente said in a letter detailing her resignation.

According to the Institute, Vicente was responsible for bringing the Sundance Film Festival back in-person after the COVID-19 pandemic and making the festival more accessible to audiences online.

"As I look ahead, I have decided that it is time to explore new opportunities and adventures while I continue my lifelong passion for supporting transformative storytelling," Vicente said in her letter.

Vicente said she will continue to be an advisor to Sundance until the end of June, which she said will help ensure a smooth transition to the leadership of Kelso.

"As we look to the future of the Sundance Institute, I am filled with both pride and humility as I take on the role of Acting CEO," Kelso said in her own letter to the Sundance community. "It is an immense honor to return to lead during this pivotal time for arts organizations and, more specifically, independent storytellers."

Kelso was a trustee of the nonprofit for more than four years and said she worked closely with Vicente during that time. In her letter, Kelso also pointed out her more than 25 years of experience as a brand leader.

"As I jump into leadership, my goal is to further cement the place Sundance has in this greater ecosystem," Kelso said.

Kelso has served as Acting CEO in the past and has also served on several committees for the institute. She is set to step into the role in April.

Rainn Wilson is an Emmy-nominated actor and comedian known for playing the character Dwight Schrute on the popular sitcom "The Office". In addition to his acting career, Wilson is a writer, producer and director who's published several books, including "Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution" released in 2023.

Wilson will speak to graduates and families at the university's commencement ceremony this April, WSU announced in a press release.

If you're a fan of the show and feeling jealous, there's good news. WSU President Brad Mortensen said the public is welcome to attend.

“This year, we want to forge a new tradition where commencement serves as both a celebration of our students’ achievements and an engaging community event,” Mortensen said. “An acclaimed actor and creative thinker like Rainn Wilson can offer unique and inspiring insights to our graduates and will make the day even more memorable for them.”

The university expects that nearly 3,700 students will graduate from its seven academic colleges.

General commencement is set for 7 p.m. Friday, April 26 and individual college convocation ceremonies will be held both that Friday and Saturday, April 27.

Wilson, who has a Master of Fine Arts from New York University, will be given an honorary degree from Weber State, along with three other individuals the university said have made an impact in the community and state.

While commencement is free and open to the public, priority seating is available for graduates, university faculty and staff. There will not be opportunities for autographs or meet and greets with the star. More details on commencement can be found here.

Officials identified the woman the day after her body was found, however, they say the medical examiner still had not determined the cause of death as of March 20.

"This incident is still under investigation, at this time foul play is not suspected," the Brigham City Police Department said in a March 20 press release.

What have investigators found?

Recently unsealed documents obtained by ABC4.com provide more information on the initial investigation into the death of Fanny Escalona-De Angola, and clarify that she was found in the creek with no pants on and with something around her neck.

Officials with Brigham City Police executed the warrants on Feb. 27 and Feb. 29 to look for evidence in Angola's home and at a local hospital. Both warrants include comments from an officer explaining why they wished to search for and obtain evidence for the investigation.

The warrants say Angola "had a ligature tied in a knot around her neck. Markings under the ligature suggest that it had been wrapped around the neck multiple times and fastened securely which could possibly have restricted the airway or blood circulation."

In the search warrant for her home, officers were looking for several items, including "items that can be used in forming a ligature" and "any weapons."

Officials were also looking for medications and medical paperwork in the home, likely because Angola was said to have been in the emergency room in the early morning hours (between 1 and 5 a.m.) on the day she was found dead.

The search warrant for the hospital said, "...when it is discovered that a deceased individual had recently visited a hospital emergency room, it is likely that medications were administered on these visits, treatment was provided, and conversations occurred with medical staff."

Angola's husband -- the man who called to report her missing on Feb. 27 -- told officers he was with his wife in the ER and believed she had been given a sleep aid, but was unsure what medications were given.

The officer said he believed the execution of the warrant for the hospital would "yield evidence that will assist in the investigation."

Based on the documents, officers were able to obtain Angola's cellphone from her home. The warrant for the hospital was served via fax, and whatever may have been collected from that warrant was not listed in the documents obtained by ABC4.com.

On March 20, Brigham City Police said it extended "heartfelt condolences" to Angola's family and directed people to the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which can be reached by calling or texting 988.

The investigation is still ongoing.

Just after 11 a.m., UHP said a Ford F-150 pulling a trailer was traveling southbound on 2000 West. The driver reportedly got into the turn lane to turn east on 2700 North on a green arrow when, at the same time, a motorcyclist traveling northbound went through the intersection, hitting the trailer.

The motorcyclist was transported to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries, UHP said.

The motorcyclist's identity has not been released at this time.

There is no further information available at this time.

Police said they were called to a home on East Ben Lomond Avenue on Monday for a welfare check. When they arrived on the scene, officials said they found two deceased individuals in the home, one male and one female.

"There is no indication of a threat to the public," police said in the press release.

Police said the State Medical Examiner is working to determine the cause of death for the two individuals.

"South Ogden extends our condolences to those affected by the loss of these individuals," South Ogden PD said in the release.

The investigation is ongoing.

There is no further information at this time.

"We’re already laying the foundation for the 2025 edition, looking ahead to sharing a new group of artists’ work with audiences at the start of next year,” said Eugene Hernandez, director of Sundance Film Festival and Public Programming, in a news release.

Hernandez first started as director in 2024, as the Sundance Film Festival celebrated its 40th anniversary. He said that his first festival in that role "was filled with so many moving, inspiring stories of discovery with emerging and established artists from around the world connecting with festivalgoers."

The Sundance Film Festival is an artist program of the nonprofit Sundance Institute, which uses proceeds from ticket sales to develop emerging artists on a year-round basis through focused labs, direct grants, fellowships, residencies, and more.

Since its start, the festival has introduced many notable titles, including "Past Lives", "20 Days in Mariupol", "Hereditary", "Get Out", "The Big Sick", and "Napoleon Dynamite".

Not only is the festival known for featuring independent projects and unique storytelling, but it also brings booming business to the state. A report from the 2023 Sundance Film Festival shows that over 86,000 individuals attended the festival in person. More than 21,000 of those visitors were from out of state, spending an estimated $97 million in Utah during the duration of the festival. It also contributed $63 million in Utah wages and $12.8 million in state and local tax revenue that year.

More details on the 2025 festival will be released in the upcoming months and a call for submissions will come out later this spring.

Officials are trying to warn parents about the dangers of third-party vendors online, saying cheap car seat deals are likely putting kids' lives at stake.

Tooele County Health Department Health Promotion Coordinator Jamie Anderson said online retailers are making it easy to purchase car seats from virtually anywhere.

"Really, anyone can sell through those," Anderson said.

Health departments are reportedly seeing an increase in unsafe car seats found in cars.

"People are selling counterfeit car seats that have not been approved. They haven't been safely tested. They're not federally approved. They're not safe for our children," Anderson said.

She warned that if you are seeing a deal on car seats that seems too good to be true, it probably is.

Additionally, according to Anderson, counterfeit car seats are not made with the right materials. They are made with cheaper plastic that is not safe in the event of a car crash.

"They're just going to break really easily," Anderson said. "They're not the type of plastic that's safe for car seats."

Tooele County Health Department Health Educator Brent Peterson said car seats should always come with a registration card so that if any recalls are issued, the manufacturer can be contacted. Peterson said that each car seat should have big stickers in English or Spanish.

"So, if you're seeing it in a different language or if you're seeing a lot of spelling errors, it could be a sign that's a counterfeit car seat," Peterson said.

Additionally, Peterson said car seats should have the manufacturing date and the expiration date. Car seats generally expire after six to eight years, when the plastic starts to get more brittle.

According to the health department, purchasing a car seat in-store or directly from the manufacturer's website is safest.

The worker, who officials report is a 21-year-old man, was taken to the hospital with third-degree burns on the palms of both of his hands in addition to burns on his right hip. Officials say the incident happened around 1 p.m. when officers responded to the area of 8515 N 4600 W in Elwood.

According to the sheriff's office, the 21-year-old was working to install a fiber optic line on a power pole. He was reportedly working for a communications company and was working on the pole while in the "raised bucket of a boom truck," officials said.

"The material the man was working with either accidentally came into contact with a power line or came close enough to cause an electrical arc," the Box Elder Sheriff's Office said.

Officials said that, after the shock, the electricity exited the man's body through his right hip, which officers said was burned in addition to the palms of both of his hands. Officials did not detail the severity of the burn on the man's hip.

The man was initially taken to the Bear River Valley Hospital in Tremonton in an ambulance before he was later flown to the University of Utah Burn Unit via helicopter, according to officials.

"He was alert and in surprisingly good spirits," officials said.

The Box Elder County Sheriff's Office did not release his condition or the severity of the man's wounds.

Park City Mountain is scheduled to stay open for an additional eight days, closing on April 22, the resort announced. Additionally, Snowbasin Resort will now be closing a week later on April 23, making this the longest season in the resort's near-80 years of service.

Park City Mountain

Park City Mountain is calling its extension a "60th Sendoff," marking the closure of its 60th anniversary season, and said the festivities will be complete with live music and the third of three commemorative anniversary posters.

Weather and snow conditions permitting, Park City Mountain will operate First Time Express, 3 Kings, Crescent Express, Silverlode Express, the Cabriolet, Orange Bubble Express, and Rip Cord through April 21. April 22 will serve as a bonus day, and guests will have access to First Time Express, 3 Kings, Crescent Express, and Silverlode Express, the resort said.

The resort also said parking reservations are not required for surface lots at the Mountain Village base area after April 1.

Deirdra Walsh, vice president and chief operating officer of Park City Mountain, said the 60th anniversary season has been an "incredible and inclusive" celebration for both employees and the community.

"Thanks to above-average snow conditions and the hard work and dedication of all our teams and team members, we are thrilled to keep the party going," Walsh said. "We will be sending off the 60th with an additional week on the mountain plus a bonus day of skiing and riding for our Park City locals, Epic Pass holders and visitors to our historic mountain town."

Snowbasin Resort

Previously scheduled to close on April 16, Snowbasin announced it will officially be adding an extra week of skiing and riding to the roster.

Having kicked off the season with the earliest opening on record, the resort will hold 156 ski days on the calendar, making this the longest season in the resort's more than 80 years of service, the resort said.

Davy Ratchford, General Manager of Snowbasin Resort, called this season "brilliant" and "one for the record books."

"We appreciate our season pass holders so much and love the record utilization they are having on their season passes," Ratchford said. "We’re excited to keep the fun going and enjoy these incredible conditions together."

Snowbasin said there is still plenty of time left to shred.

"With Snowbasin having reached over 420 inches of snow this is officially the fifth snowiest season on record," a press release states. "Be on the lookout because this season still has some surprises left in store."

Deer Valley Resort has also extended its ski season, for the second time in the resort's 40-year history. The closing day was originally April 14, but is now set for April 21.