Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 23 at 4:32PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 23, 2026 - 3:32pm
Expires:
August 23, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 431 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 20
miles southwest of Park Valley, or 38 miles northeast of Montello,
moving east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Park Valley.
This includes Utah Route 30 between mile markers 26 and 44, and
between mile markers 52 and 59.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
A Severe Thunderstorm Watch remains in effect until 1000 PM MDT for
northern Utah.
Area Description:
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov