Active AlertsUpper Sevier River Valleys

Flood Watch

Issued at Mon 12:24 AM Sep. 28
Issued by: National Weather Service
Description

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
Where: A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle Country, Central Mountains, San Rafael Swell, Bryce Canyon Country, Southern Mountains and Upper Sevier River Valleys.
When: From 6 AM MDT this morning through late tonight.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, dry washes, slot canyons, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations such as slickrock areas and recent burn scars including Cottonwood, Widemouth 2, France Canyon, Monroe Canyon, Forsyth, and Silver King.
Additional Details: - Deep tropical moisture will combine with an upper level low crossing the Desert Southwest to bring an increased threat of flash flooding through late tonight. Widespread rainfall totals of 0.75 to 1.75 inches, with locally higher amounts in excess of 2 inches will occur. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Recommended Action

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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