Flash Flood Warning Issued in Kane and Washington, Utah

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Kane and Washington Counties in Utah.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 4:57 PM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 9:00 PM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain across portions of Zion National Park, and additional heavier rain is anticipated to move into the area over the next hour. Up to 0.25 inches of rain have fallen. Additional rainfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch are possible in the warned area. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly

Hazards

Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing flash flooding

Potential Impact

Life threatening flash flooding of slot canyons, normally dry washes, creeks and streams. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Zion National Park and Springdale

Areas Affected

The warning covers Kane and Washington Counties in Utah.

Safety Information

Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life. 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.