Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued October 11 at 9:11PM MDT until October 12 at 12:15AM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 8:11pm
Expires:
October 11, 2026 - 11:15pm
Description:
FFWSLC
The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has extended the
* Flash Flood Warning for...
The Forsyth burn scar in...
Central Washington County in southwestern Utah...
* Until 1215 AM MDT.
* At 911 PM MDT, Emergency management reported flooding in Pine
Valley and high flows on the Santa Clara River above Baker
Reservoir from earlier rainfall. Between 1.50 and 3.50 inches of
rain have fallen since 9 AM. Flash flooding is ongoing. Excessive
rainfall over the burn scar will result in debris flow. The debris
flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose
materials.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Heavy rain producing
flash flooding in and around the Forsyth Burn Scar.
SOURCE...Emergency management reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around the
Forsyth Burn Scar.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Pine Valley.
This includes Utah Route 18 between mile markers 26 and 27.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks...streams...and ditches
in the Forsyth Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also be anticipated
across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in places. If
you encounter flood waters...climb to safety.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Flooding is occurring or is imminent. It is important to know where
you are relative to streams, rivers, or creeks which can become
killers in heavy rains. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or
creeks.
Area Description:
Washington, UT
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov