SALT LAKE CITY (ABC4) — Happy Monday, Utah! An active and stormy start to the week is in store with a high flood threat across portions of Utah.
Today’s weather: Record-breaking flood threats
Deep moisture will continue to surge into Utah, leading to some of the highest flood threats for the state in a while. Yesterday, the WPC highlighted a large swath of the state in a “Moderate” or 40% risk of flash flooding within 25 miles. This is only the second time in history a risk this high was issued for day 2.
Locations under this include Price, Richfield, Beaver, Cedar City, Bryce Canyon, Capitol Reef, Grand Staircase, and the burn scar regions of the Widemouth 2, Cottonwood, and Monroe Canyon.
A “Slight” or 15% risk of flash flooding is highlighted for all of eastern Utah, locations along I-15 such as St. George, Provo, and Salt Lake City. Along with this higher risk, a Flood Watch is in effect for portions of southern and central Utah until late this evening.
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Excessive runoff, combined with already saturated soils, will lead to flash flooding in slot canyons, dry washes, and burn scar regions where severe debris flow will pose a major risk. If you are planning to travel or visit any of our National Parks, this may be a good day to make alternate plans as the flash flood threat will be “expected” for the San Rafael Swell, Glen Canyon, and Grand Staircase…