Flash Flood Warning Issued in Kane, Utah

Flash Flood Warning was issued by the for Kane County in Utah.

Flash Flood Warning

The alert was issued at 5:52 AM local time and is scheduled to remain in effect until 11:00 AM local time. The NWS lists the alert severity as severe. Its urgency is listed as immediate. The event is classified as likely.

Storm Details

A flood wave was moving down the Paria River and through Paria Canyon. At 430 AM the Paria River Gauge at US-89 indicated a rise of 3 feet as the flood wave passed, with an increase in flow to 2200 CFS

Hazards

Life threatening flash flooding

Potential Impact

Life threatening flash flooding of creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include. Paria River from just north of US-89 to the Utah/Arizona border including Paria Canyon

Areas Affected

The warning covers Kane County in Utah.

Safety Information

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles.