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Wind Advisory 21, NWS Salt Lake City, UT

April 25, 20217 counties in Utah

NWS Salt Lake City, UT issued this wind advisory at Apr 25, 2021, 11:32 AM MDT for 7 counties in Utah. It took effect at Apr 26, 2021, 9:00 AM MDT. It was in force for 12 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Apr 25, 2021, 11:32 AM MDT (17:32 UTC)
In effect from
Apr 26, 2021, 9:00 AM MDT
Expired
Apr 26, 2021, 9:00 PM MDT
In force
12 hr
Issued by
NWS Salt Lake City, UT

Counties Emery County, UT, Garfield County, UT, Kane County, UT, San Juan County, UT, Sevier County, UT, Washington County, UT, Wayne County, UT

The radar

The Cedar City radar (KICX), 134 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 17:33 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

The nearest sounding before it

Grand Junction, CO (KGJT), launched 12:00Z, 5.5 hours before the alert went out and 284 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Grand Junction, CO at 12:00Z on 2021-04-25Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Grand Junction, CO at 12:00Z on 2021-04-25The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 173 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
3359 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
56 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
173 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
161 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

030 
WWUS75 KSLC 251732
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
1132 AM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

UTZ115-122-260145-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
Western Millard and Juab Counties-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Little Sahara, Beaver, Cedar City,
and Milford
1132 AM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Millard and Juab Counties and Southwest Utah.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could lead to reduced
  visibilities on area roadways. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are expected to diminish below High
  Wind Warning levels this evening, but will remain elevated
  tonight through Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

UTZ121-128-130-131-260145-
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0021.210426T1500Z-210427T0300Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
1132 AM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...San Rafael Swell, South Central Utah, Western 
  Canyonlands and Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell.

* WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 10 PM MDT this
  evening. For the second Wind Advisory, from 9 AM to 9 PM MDT
  Monday. Strong winds will diminish this evening and increase
  again on Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high-
  profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds on Lake Powell will result in
  choppy water and difficult boating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

UTZ129-260145-
/O.EXT.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Loa and Torrey
1132 AM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high-
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

UTZ116-123-124-260145-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
Eastern Juab/Millard Counties-Lower Washington County-
Zion National Park-
Including the cities of Nephi, Scipio, Fillmore, St George, 
Hurricane, Ivins, and Springdale
1132 AM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, Zion National Park and 
  Lower Washington County.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A 
  few power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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
433 
WWUS75 KSLC 252038
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
238 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

UTZ115-122-260400-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
Western Millard and Juab Counties-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Little Sahara, Beaver, Cedar City,
and Milford
238 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Western Millard and Juab Counties and Southwest Utah.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles. Blowing dust could lead to reduced 
  visibilities on area roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are expected to diminish below High 
  Wind Warning levels this evening, but will remain elevated 
  tonight through Monday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown
around or damaged by the wind.

&&

$$

UTZ121-128-130-131-261100-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0021.210426T1500Z-210427T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
238 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...San Rafael Swell, South Central Utah, Western 
  Canyonlands and Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell.

* WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 10 PM MDT this 
  evening. For the second Wind Advisory, from 9 AM to 9 PM MDT 
  Monday. Strong winds will diminish this evening and increase 
  again on Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A 
  few power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for 
  high- profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds on Lake Powell will result 
  in choppy water and difficult boating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

UTZ116-123-124-260400-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
Eastern Juab/Millard Counties-Lower Washington County-
Zion National Park-
Including the cities of Nephi, Scipio, Fillmore, St George, 
Hurricane, Ivins, and Springdale
238 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, Zion National Park and 
  Lower Washington County.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

UTZ129-261100-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Loa and Torrey
238 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high-
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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
094 
WWUS75 KSLC 260341
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
941 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

UTZ115-122-260445-
/O.CAN.KSLC.HW.W.0005.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
Western Millard and Juab Counties-Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Delta, Little Sahara, Beaver, Cedar City,
and Milford
941 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Winds will remain elevated overnight, with gusts to 40 mph
possible in the most prone areas. The threat of winds over 58 mph
has ended. 

$$

UTZ121-128-130-131-261300-
/O.CAN.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0021.210426T1500Z-210427T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
941 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM TO 9 PM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...San Rafael Swell, South Central Utah, Glen Canyon 
  Recreation Area/Lake Powell and Western Canyonlands.

* WHEN...From 9 AM to 9 PM MDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A 
  few power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for 
  high- profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds on Lake Powell will result 
  in choppy water and difficult boating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

UTZ116-123-124-260445-
/O.CAN.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210426T0400Z/
Eastern Juab/Millard Counties-Lower Washington County-
Zion National Park-
Including the cities of Nephi, Scipio, Fillmore, St George, 
Hurricane, Ivins, and Springdale
941 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds will remain elevated overnight, with gusts to 40 mph
possible in the most prone areas. The threat of widespread winds 
over 45 mph has ended. 

$$

UTZ129-261300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Loa and Torrey
941 PM MDT Sun Apr 25 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high-
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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
867 
WWUS75 KSLC 260850
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
250 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

UTZ129-262200-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Loa and Torrey
250 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

UTZ121-128-130-131-262200-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0021.210426T1500Z-210427T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
250 AM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM
MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Utah, San Rafael Swell, Glen Canyon 
  Recreation Area/Lake Powell and Western Canyonlands.

* WHEN...From 9 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high profile
  vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds on Lake Powell will result 
  in choppy water and difficult boating conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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
702 
WWUS75 KSLC 262115
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
315 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

UTZ121-128-130-131-270300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
315 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...South Central Utah, San Rafael Swell, Glen Canyon 
  Recreation Area/Lake Powell and Western Canyonlands.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

UTZ129-270300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Loa and Torrey
315 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult for high
  profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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
069 
WWUS75 KSLC 270308
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
908 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

UTZ121-128-130-131-270415-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0021.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
908 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds have diminished across the area, thus the Wind Advisory has
been allowed to expire. 

$$

UTZ129-270415-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0020.000000T0000Z-210427T0300Z/
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Loa and Torrey
908 PM MDT Mon Apr 26 2021

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds have diminished across the area, thus the Wind Advisory has
been allowed to expire. 

$$

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

The office that day

Everything else NWS Salt Lake City, UT issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Apr 25, 11:26 AM MDTWinter Weather AdvisorySLCBeaver, Box Elder, Cache, Davis, Duchesne, Garfield and 13 more46 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.