Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 21 at 7:09PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 21, 2026 - 6:09pm
Expires:
July 21, 2026 - 6:45pm
Description:
At 708 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 7
miles southeast of Hite Marina, or 44 miles southeast of Hanksville,
moving northwest at 30 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...
Hite Marina.
This storm will be capable of producing strong gusty winds on Lake
Powell near Hite Marina. 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 the following highways...
Utah Route 95 between mile markers 21 and 54.
Utah Route 276 between mile markers 0 and 17.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southern Mountains; Western Canyonlands; Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender: