Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 27 at 8:16PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 27, 2026 - 7:16pm
Expires:
August 27, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
At 816 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 14 miles northwest of Great Salt Lake North of
the Causeway to 19 miles north of Delle. Movement was northeast at 50
mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects.
Locations impacted include...
Howell, Great Salt Lake North of the Causeway, Promontory, and Golden
Spike Historic Site.
This storm will be capable of producing strong gusty winds on the
Great Salt Lake. This will lead to a sudden increase in waves and
very choppy waters which will result in hazardous boating conditions.
Boaters are urged to seek safe harbor if possible.
This includes Interstate 84 between mile markers 28 and 30.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains; Eastern Box Elder County; Northern Wasatch Front
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov