- Resorts in Utah’s northern half received over 2 feet of snow from recent storms.
- Winter weather advisories issued for Utah mountains and valleys, as more snow is expected.
- Cooler, drier conditions are forecasted for the weekend.
SALT LAKE CITY — Utah has significantly benefited from this week’s series of storms.
Alta, Brighton, Snowbird and Solitude resorts in the Cottonwood canyons all received over 2 feet of snow between Sunday and Tuesday, while several other resorts across the state’s northern half gained close to or even over a foot to 1½ feet of fresh powder.
What turned into the biggest storm of the season so far was great for winter recreation and for the state’s water supply. Alta gained nearly 4 inches of water through the storm, which helped Little Cottonwood Canyon’s snowpack jump from 58% of its median average on New Year’s Day to 110% of its median average for this point in the year…