Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 19 at 5:11PM MDT until July 19 at 8:30PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 19, 2026 - 4:11pm
Expires:
July 19, 2026 - 7:30pm
Description:
At 511 PM MDT, Flood waters from the large flash flood and debris
flow has now inundated I-15 and both directions have been closed
between mile markers 109-111. This flood will continue downstream
the Beaver River flood plain to Minersville Reservoir. Between 0.5
and 1.5 inches of rain fell across the majority of basins in the
headwaters of the Beaver River. Flash flooding is already occurring.
Excessive rainfall over the burn scar has resulted in a debris flow
moving through the Beaver River from Beaver City to Minersville
reservoir. The debris flow can consist of rock, mud, vegetation and
other loose materials.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Flash flooding which
will continue well downstream of the Cottonwood Burn
Scar in Beaver County all the way to Minersville
Reservoir.
SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding along the Beaver River
from Beaver City to Minersville Reservoir
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Beaver, Adamsville and Minersville Reservoir.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks...streams...and
ditches in the Cottonwood Burn Scar in Beaver County. 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.
Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become
unstable and unsafe.
Area Description:
Beaver, UT
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender: