Headline:
High Wind Watch issued May 12 at 11:13AM MDT until May 14 at 3:00AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
May 12, 2026 - 10:13am
Expires:
May 13, 2026 - 1:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible in areas prone to downsloping such as Wendover, Park
Valley, and Curlew Junction.
* WHERE...Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains.
* WHEN...From Wednesday evening through late Wednesday night.
* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
cause power outages. Travel could be difficult, especially for
high profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be strongest in a 1 to 3 hour
period following a cold frontal passage.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.
Area Description:
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov