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Wind Advisory 24, NWS Salt Lake City, UT

May 21, 20214 counties in Utah

NWS Salt Lake City, UT issued this wind advisory at May 21, 2021, 8:56 PM MDT for 4 counties in Utah. It took effect at May 22, 2021, 12:00 PM MDT. It was in force for 6 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
May 21, 2021, 8:56 PM MDT (02:56 UTC)
In effect from
May 22, 2021, 12:00 PM MDT
Expired
May 22, 2021, 6:09 PM MDT
In force
6 hr
Issued by
NWS Salt Lake City, UT

Counties Garfield County, UT, Kane County, UT, San Juan County, UT, Wayne County, UT

The radar

The Cedar City radar (KICX), 164 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 02:55 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 00:00Z, 2.9 hours before the alert went out and 266 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 00:00Z on 2021-05-22Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 4 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 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 00:00Z on 2021-05-22The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 82 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
4 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-71 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
2072 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
69 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
82 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
126 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

965 
WWUS75 KSLC 220256
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
856 PM MDT Fri May 21 2021

UTZ130-131-221200-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210522T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0024.210522T1800Z-210523T0300Z/
Western Canyonlands-Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
856 PM MDT Fri May 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 9 PM MDT SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph expected.

* WHERE...Western Canyonlands and Glen Canyon Recreation 
  Area/Lake Powell.

* WHEN...From noon to 9 PM MDT Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will cause rough chop on Lake Powell.
  Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing. Winds may 
  also blow around unsecured objects. A few power outages are 
  possible.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

The strong winds will create dangerous boating conditions on Lake
Powell. 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.

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

&&

$$

UTZ113-117-125-220400-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210522T0300Z/
Wasatch Plateau/Book Cliffs-Central Mountains-Southern Mountains-
Including the cities of Scofield, Indian Canyon, Cove Fort, 
Fish Lake, Joes Valley, Brian Head, and Alton
856 PM MDT Fri May 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

South winds will continue to gust into the 30 mph range through 
the late evening hours. However advisory level winds are no 
longer expected, thus the Wind Advisory will be allowed to expire.

$$

UTZ114>116-118>124-126>129-220400-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210522T0300Z/
Western Uinta Basin-Western Millard and Juab Counties-
Eastern Juab/Millard Counties-Sanpete Valley-Sevier Valley-
Castle Country-San Rafael Swell-Southwest Utah-
Lower Washington County-Zion National Park-
Upper Sevier River Valleys-Bryce Canyon Country-
South Central Utah-Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Duchesne, Roosevelt, Delta, 
Little Sahara, Nephi, Scipio, Fillmore, Manti, Ephraim, 
Mt Pleasant, Richfield, Salina, Price, Castle Dale, Emery, 
Green River, Goblin Valley, Beaver, Cedar City, Milford, 
St George, Hurricane, Ivins, Springdale, Panguitch, Circleville, 
Koosharem, Bryce Canyon City, Kanab, Escalante, Loa, and Torrey
856 PM MDT Fri May 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

South winds will continue to gust into the 30 mph range through 
the late evening hours. However advisory level winds are no 
longer expected, thus the Wind Advisory will be 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
5 follow-up statements
608 
WWUS75 KSLC 220833
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
233 AM MDT Sat May 22 2021

UTZ130-131-222145-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0024.210522T1800Z-210523T0300Z/
Western Canyonlands-Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
233 AM MDT Sat May 22 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 9 PM MDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph expected.

* WHERE...Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell and Western 
  Canyonlands.

* WHEN...From noon today to 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will cause rough chop on Lake Powell.
  Small boats will be especially prone to capsizing. Winds may 
  also 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
967 
WWUS75 KSLC 221513
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
913 AM MDT Sat May 22 2021

UTZ130-131-230030-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0024.210522T1800Z-210523T0300Z/
Western Canyonlands-Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
913 AM MDT Sat May 22 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...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. Rough conditions can be expected on
  area lakes including Lake Powell. Strong crosswinds are possible
  on east-west running routes. 

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
744 
WWUS75 KSLC 221537
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
937 AM MDT Sat May 22 2021

UTZ126-230000-
/O.NEW.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.210523T0300Z-210523T1800Z/
Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Including the cities of Panguitch, Circleville, and Koosharem
937 AM MDT Sat May 22 2021

...HARD FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO NOON
MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 24F expected.

* WHERE...Upper Sevier River Valleys.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

UTZ130-131-230000-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0024.210522T1800Z-210523T0300Z/
Western Canyonlands-Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
937 AM MDT Sat May 22 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...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. Rough conditions can be expected on
  area lakes including Lake Powell. Strong crosswinds are possible
  on east-west running routes. 

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
830 
WWUS75 KSLC 222136
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
336 PM MDT Sat May 22 2021

UTZ126-230600-
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.210523T0300Z-210523T1800Z/
Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Including the cities of Panguitch, Circleville, and Koosharem
336 PM MDT Sat May 22 2021

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO NOON MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 24 expected.

* WHERE...Upper Sevier River Valleys.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to noon MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

UTZ130-131-230300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-210523T0300Z/
Western Canyonlands-Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
336 PM MDT Sat May 22 2021

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...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. Rough conditions can be expected on
  area lakes including Lake Powell. Strong crosswinds are possible
  on east-west running routes. 

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
131 
WWUS75 KSLC 230009
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
609 PM MDT Sat May 22 2021

UTZ130-131-230115-
/O.CAN.KSLC.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-210523T0300Z/
Western Canyonlands-Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
609 PM MDT Sat May 22 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds continue to diminish this evening and no longer pose a
hazard.

$$

UTZ126-230815-
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.210523T0300Z-210523T1800Z/
Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Including the cities of Panguitch, Circleville, and Koosharem
609 PM MDT Sat May 22 2021

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 24 expected.

* WHERE...Upper Sevier River Valleys.

* WHEN...Until noon MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold. To prevent
freezing and possible bursting of outdoor water pipes they should
be wrapped, drained, or allowed to drip slowly. Those that have
in-ground sprinkler systems should drain them and cover above-
ground pipes to protect them from freezing.

&&

$$

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
May 22, 9:37 AM MDTHard Freeze WarningSLCGarfield, Piute, Sevier23 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.