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Wind Advisory 26, NWS Salt Lake City, UT

December 2, 2017

NWS Salt Lake City, UT issued this wind advisory at Dec 2, 2017, 3:08 PM MST. It took effect at Dec 3, 2017, 10:00 AM MST. It was in force for 12 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Dec 2, 2017, 3:08 PM MST (22:08 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 3, 2017, 10:00 AM MST
Expired
Dec 3, 2017, 10:00 PM MST
In force
12 hr
Issued by
NWS Salt Lake City, UT

The text

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971 
WWUS75 KSLC 022208
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
308 PM MST Sat Dec 2 2017

UTZ015-016-031400-
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.171203T1700Z-171204T0300Z/
West Central Utah-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Fillmore, Beaver, Cedar City, 
and Milford
308 PM MST Sat Dec 2 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM MST SUNDAY...

The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 10 AM to 8 PM MST Sunday.

* AFFECTED AREA...West central and southwest Utah.

* WINDS...Southwest gusts up to 55 mph shifting to the northwest
  late afternoon and evening. 

* TIMING...Strongest winds are expected in the early afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds especially on Highway 50 and State
  Routes 21 and 56. High Profile vehicles and those towing
  trailers will be most impacted. Areas of reduced visibility in
  blowing dust. Wind sensitive operations may be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least 31
mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

For more information from NOAA/National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/saltlakecity

For information on potential travel impacts visit...
http://udottraffic.utah.gov/roadweatherforecast.aspx
5 follow-up statements
661 
WWUS75 KSLC 031103
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
403 AM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

UTZ013-020-021-040000-
/O.EXB.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.171203T1800Z-171204T0500Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Hanksville, Kanab, 
Escalante, and Bullfrog
403 AM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM MST
THIS EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 10 PM MST
this evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...The San Rafael Swell, South-central Utah, and
  the Glen Canyon Recreation Area.

* WINDS...Southwest 20-30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph shifting to
  the west-northwest in the evening.

* TIMING...Winds will increase during the afternoon and peak
  during the late afternoon through early evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Winds may impact travel across Highway 89 across
  southern Utah and Interstate 70 across the San Rafael Swell.
  High Profile vehicles and those towing trailers will be most
  impacted. Dangerous boating conditions can be expected on Lake
  Powell. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

The strong winds will create dangerous boating conditions on area
lakes. These winds will create very choppy water and generate
large waves which could capsize or swamp small craft. For your
personal safety, operators of small craft are urged to postpone
their outings until the winds subside.

&&

$$

UTZ005-040000-
/O.EXB.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.171203T1800Z-171204T0300Z/
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains-
Including the cities of Wendover and Snowville
403 AM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 PM MST
THIS EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 8 PM MST
this evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...The Great Salt Lake Desert.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds 25-35 mph with gusts up to 55
  mph.

* TIMING...Winds will increase this afternoon behind a cold front
  and remain strong into the evening hours. 

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds may impact travel on Interstate-80
  across the western Utah. High Profile vehicles and those towing
  trailers will be most impacted. Areas of reduced visibility may
  be possible in blowing dust. Wind sensitive operations may be 
  impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

UTZ015-016-040000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.171203T1700Z-171204T0300Z/
West Central Utah-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Fillmore, Beaver, Cedar City, 
and Milford
403 AM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...West central and southwest Utah.

* WINDS...Southwest winds 25-35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  shifting to the northwest late afternoon and evening.

* TIMING...Winds will increase late this morning and peak during
  the early afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds may impact travel on Highway 50 and
  State Routes 21 and 56. High Profile vehicles and those towing
  trailers will be most impacted. Areas of reduced visibility may
  be possible in blowing dust. Wind sensitive operations may be 
  impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

For more information from NOAA/National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/saltlakecity

For information on potential travel impacts visit...
http://udottraffic.utah.gov/roadweatherforecast.aspx
765 
WWUS75 KSLC 031927 AAA
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE...UPDATED
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
1227 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

UTZ011-040500-
/O.EXB.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.171203T2200Z-171204T0500Z/
Western Uinta Basin-
Including the cities of Duchesne and Roosevelt
1227 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a Wind
Advisory, which is in effect until 10 PM MST this evening.

* AFFECTED AREA...The western Uinta Basin.

* WINDS...West 20-35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* TIMING...Winds will increase during the afternoon and peak 
  during the late afternoon through early evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Winds may impact travel across US Route 40. High 
  Profile vehicles and those towing trailers will be most 
  impacted. Dangerous boating conditions can be expected on 
  Starvation Reservoir.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.


&&

$$

UTZ015-016-040300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0300Z/
West Central Utah-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Fillmore, Beaver, Cedar City, 
and Milford
1227 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...West central and southwest Utah.

* WINDS...Southwest winds 25-35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  shifting to the northwest late afternoon and evening.

* TIMING...Winds will increase late this morning and peak during 
  the early afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds may impact travel on Highway 50 
  and State Routes 21 and 56. High Profile vehicles and those 
  towing trailers will be most impacted. Areas of reduced 
  visibility may be possible in blowing dust. Wind sensitive 
  operations may be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

UTZ013-020-021-040500-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0500Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Hanksville, Kanab, 
Escalante, and Bullfrog
1227 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...The San Rafael Swell, South-central Utah, and 
  the Glen Canyon Recreation Area.

* WINDS...Southwest 20-30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph shifting 
  to the west-northwest in the evening.

* TIMING...Winds will increase during the afternoon and peak 
  during the late afternoon through early evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Winds may impact travel across Highway 89 across 
  southern Utah and Interstate 70 across the San Rafael Swell. 
  High Profile vehicles and those towing trailers will be most 
  impacted. Dangerous boating conditions can be expected on Lake 
  Powell.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

The strong winds will create dangerous boating conditions on area
lakes. These winds will create very choppy water and generate
large waves which could capsize or swamp small craft. For your
personal safety, operators of small craft are urged to postpone
their outings until the winds subside.

&&

$$

UTZ005-040300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0300Z/
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains-
Including the cities of Wendover and Snowville
1227 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...The Great Salt Lake Desert.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds 25-35 mph with gusts up to 55 
  mph.

* TIMING...Winds will increase this afternoon behind a cold 
  front and remain strong into the evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds may impact travel on Interstate- 
  80 across the western Utah. High Profile vehicles and those 
  towing trailers will be most impacted. Areas of reduced 
  visibility may be possible in blowing dust. Wind sensitive 
  operations may be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

For more information from NOAA/National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/saltlakecity

For information on potential travel impacts visit...
http://udottraffic.utah.gov/roadweatherforecast.aspx
804 
WWUS75 KSLC 032211
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
311 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

UTZ015-016-040300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0300Z/
West Central Utah-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Fillmore, Beaver, Cedar City, 
and Milford
311 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...West central and southwest Utah.

* WINDS...Southwest winds 25-35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  shifting to the northwest late afternoon and evening.

* TIMING...Winds will peak through the remainder of the afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds may impact travel on Highway 50 
  and State Routes 21 and 56. High Profile vehicles and those 
  towing trailers will be most impacted. Areas of reduced 
  visibility may be possible in blowing dust. Wind sensitive 
  operations may be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

UTZ013-020-021-040300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0500Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Hanksville, Kanab, 
Escalante, and Bullfrog
311 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...The San Rafael Swell, South-central Utah, and 
  the Glen Canyon Lake Powell Recreation Area.

* WINDS...Southwest 20-30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph shifting 
  to the west-northwest in the evening.

* TIMING...Winds will peak during the late afternoon through 
  early evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Winds may impact travel across Highway 89 across
  southern Utah and Interstate 70 across the San Rafael Swell.
  High Profile vehicles and those towing trailers will be most
  impacted. Wind sensitive operations may be impacted. Dangerous 
  boating conditions can be expected on Lake Powell.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

The strong winds will create dangerous boating conditions on area
lakes. These winds will create very choppy water and generate
large waves which could capsize or swamp small craft. For your
personal safety, operators of small craft are urged to postpone
their outings until the winds subside.

&&

$$

UTZ005-040300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0300Z/
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains-
Including the cities of Wendover and Snowville
311 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...The Great Salt Lake Desert.

* WINDS...West to northwest winds 25-35 mph with gusts up to 55 
  mph.

* TIMING...Winds will remain strong into the evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Strong crosswinds may impact travel on Interstate- 
  80 across the western Utah. High Profile vehicles and those 
  towing trailers will be most impacted. Areas of reduced 
  visibility may be possible in blowing dust. Wind sensitive 
  operations may be impacted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

UTZ011-040300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0500Z/
Western Uinta Basin-
Including the cities of Duchesne and Roosevelt
311 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...The western Uinta Basin.

* WINDS...West 20-35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* TIMING...Winds will peak during the late afternoon through 
  early evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Winds may impact travel across US Route 40. High 
  Profile vehicles and those towing trailers will be most 
  impacted. Dangerous boating conditions can be expected on 
  Starvation Reservoir.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

For more information from NOAA/National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/saltlakecity

For information on potential travel impacts visit...
http://udottraffic.utah.gov/roadweatherforecast.aspx
117 
WWUS75 KSLC 040251
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
751 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

UTZ015-016-040400-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0300Z/
West Central Utah-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Fillmore, Beaver, Cedar City, 
and Milford
751 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish overnight behind the cold 
front across west central and southwest Utah.

$$

UTZ005-040400-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0300Z/
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains-
Including the cities of Wendover and Snowville
751 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish overnight behind the cold 
front across the Great Salt Lake Desert.

$$

UTZ013-020-021-040500-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0500Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Hanksville, Kanab, 
Escalante, and Bullfrog
751 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...The San Rafael Swell, South-central Utah, and 
  the Glen Canyon Lake Powell Recreation Area.

* WINDS...Southwest 20-30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph shifting to
  the west-northwest through the evening.

* TIMING...Winds will peak during the early evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Winds may impact travel across Highway 89 across 
  southern Utah and Interstate 70 across the San Rafael Swell. 
  High Profile vehicles and those towing trailers will be most 
  impacted. Wind sensitive operations may be impacted. Dangerous 
  boating conditions can be expected on Lake Powell.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

The strong winds will create dangerous boating conditions on area
lakes. These winds will create very choppy water and generate
large waves which could capsize or swamp small craft. For your
personal safety, operators of small craft are urged to postpone
their outings until the winds subside.

&&

$$

UTZ011-040500-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0500Z/
Western Uinta Basin-
Including the cities of Duchesne and Roosevelt
751 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

* AFFECTED AREA...The western Uinta Basin.

* WINDS...West 20-35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* TIMING...Winds will peak during the early evening hours.

* IMPACTS...Winds may impact travel across US Route 40. High 
  Profile vehicles and those towing trailers will be most 
  impacted. Dangerous boating conditions can be expected on 
  Starvation Reservoir.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Wind Advisory means that sustained wind speeds of at least
31 mph or gusts of 45 mph are expected. Motorists in the advisory
area should be prepared for sudden gusty cross winds which can
make driving difficult.

&&

$$

For more information from NOAA/National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/saltlakecity

For information on potential travel impacts visit...
http://udottraffic.utah.gov/roadweatherforecast.aspx
778 
WWUS75 KSLC 040449
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
949 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

UTZ013-020-021-040600-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0500Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Hanksville, Kanab, 
Escalante, and Bullfrog
949 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish overnight across the San Rafael
Swell and South Central Utah behind a passing cold front.

$$

UTZ011-040600-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-171204T0500Z/
Western Uinta Basin-
Including the cities of Duchesne and Roosevelt
949 PM MST Sun Dec 3 2017

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM MST THIS EVENING...

Winds will continue to diminish overnight across the Western Uinta
Basin behind a passing cold front.

$$

For more information from NOAA/National Weather Service visit...
http://weather.gov/saltlakecity

For information on potential travel impacts visit...
http://udottraffic.utah.gov/roadweatherforecast.aspx

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