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High Wind Warning 2, NWS Salt Lake City, UT

February 22, 2022Cache County, Davis County, Weber County, Utah

NWS Salt Lake City, UT issued this high wind warning at Feb 22, 2022, 4:57 PM MST for Cache County, Davis County, Weber County, Utah. It was in force for 14 hr. 36 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Feb 22, 2022, 4:57 PM MST (23:57 UTC)
Expired
Feb 23, 2022, 7:00 AM MST
In force
14 hr
Issued by
NWS Salt Lake City, UT

Counties Cache County, UT, Davis County, UT, Weber County, UT

The radar

The Salt Lake City radar (KMTX), 44 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 23:59 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.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Feb 22, 4:58 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 41Hill Afb, UTHILL AIR FORCE BASE - 4787 FT
Feb 22, 5:50 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 44Farr West, UTI-15 AT MP 350 FARR WEST - 4258 FT
Feb 22, 5:50 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 59Farmington, UTUS-89 AT PARK LANE - 4288 FT
Feb 22, 7:20 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 68Farmington, UTUS-89 AT PARK LANE - 4288 FT
Feb 22, 7:51 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 43Logan, UTLOGAN - CACHE AIRPORT - 4446 FT
Feb 22, 7:56 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 47Hill Afb, UTHILL AIR FORCE BASE - 4787 FT
Feb 22, 8:31 PM MSTSNOW 0.5Roy, UT&&
Feb 22, 8:31 PM MSTSNOW 0.5Roy, UT
Feb 22, 8:53 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 49Riverdale, UTOGDEN - HINCKLEY AIRPORT - 4440 FT
Feb 22, 9:00 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 44South Weber, UTUS-89 AT WEBER CANYON - 4546 FT
Feb 22, 9:10 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 41Riverdale, UTOGDEN - HINCKLEY AIRPORT - 4440 FT
Feb 22, 9:20 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 581 Ne Bountiful, UTBOUNTIFUL BENCH SENSOR BBN
Feb 22, 11:20 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 41Riverdale, UTRIVERDALE RD AT I-84 - 4415 FT
Feb 22, 11:20 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 49Farr West, UTI-15 AT MP 350 FARR WEST - 4258 FT
Feb 22, 11:20 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 49Uintah, UTWEBER CANYON POWER PLANT - 5801 FT
Feb 22, 11:45 PM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 78Farmington, UTUS-89 AT PARK LANE - 4288 FT
Feb 23, 12:15 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 45Logan, UTLOGAN - CACHE AIRPORT - 4446 FT
Feb 23, 1:58 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 54Hill Afb, UTHILL AIR FORCE BASE - 4787 FT
Feb 23, 2:30 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 58South Weber, UTUS-89 AT WEBER CANYON - 4546 FT
Feb 23, 4:00 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 41Logan, UTLOGAN CAMPBELL HQ - 4455 FT
Feb 23, 4:59 AM MSTSNOW 5Logan, UTLOGAN MOUNTAINS - 8400 FT
Feb 23, 5:00 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 48Providence, UTLOGAN PEAK - 8960 FT
Feb 23, 5:30 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 45Snowbasin, UTOGDEN PEAK - 9570 FT
Feb 23, 5:50 AM MSTNON-TSTM WND GST 45Randolph, UTJAMES PEAK - 9425 FT
Feb 23, 6:30 AM MSTSNOW 1.2Clinton, UT
Feb 23, 6:30 AM MSTSNOW 1.9Clinton, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 0.2Providence, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 0.3Clearfield, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 0.3Farmington, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 0.5Providence, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 0.5West Haven, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1Fruit Heights, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 1.4Park City, UT
Feb 23, 7:00 AM MSTSNOW 4.1Clearfield, UT
Feb 23, 7:09 AM MSTSNOW 2Snowbasin, UTSNOWBASIN-MID. BOWL - 7402 FT
Feb 23, 7:09 AM MSTSNOW 6Snowbasin, UTSNOWBASIN-MID. BOWL - 7402 FT

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Salt Lake City I, UT (KSLC), launched 12:00Z, 12.0 hours before the alert went out and 61 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, Salt Lake City I, UT at 12:00Z on 2022-02-22Temperature 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, Salt Lake City I, UT at 12:00Z on 2022-02-22The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 4 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
728 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
47 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
4 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
70 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

245 
WWUS75 KSLC 222357
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
457 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

UTZ104-107-231400-
/O.UPG.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.220223T0100Z-220223T1400Z/
/O.NEW.KSLC.HW.W.0002.220222T2357Z-220223T1400Z/
Northern Wasatch Front-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Ogden, Bountiful, Logan, and Smithfield
457 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 65 mph near Logan
  Canyon, Farmington, Weber and Ogden Canyons. This includes the
  cities of Farmington, Centerville, Bountiful and Logan. Outside
  these areas, expect east winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 
  mph.

* WHERE...Northern Wasatch Front and Cache Valley/Utah Portion. 

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Secure trash cans, decorations and outdoor
  items now!

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ103-231400-
/O.EXT.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.220222T2357Z-220223T1400Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-
Including the cities of Brigham City and Snowville
457 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Box Elder County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST Wednesday.

* 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
040 
WWUS75 KSLC 230009
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
509 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

UTZ104-107-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Northern Wasatch Front-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Ogden, Bountiful, Logan, and Smithfield
509 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 65 mph near Logan 
  Canyon, Farmington, Weber and Ogden Canyons. This includes the 
  cities of Farmington, Centerville, Bountiful and Logan. 
  Outside these areas, expect east winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 
  to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Wasatch Front and Cache Valley/Utah Portion.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Secure trash cans, decorations and 
  outdoor items now!.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ105-231400-
/O.EXA.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Salt Lake Valley-
Including the cities of Salt Lake City, West Jordan, and Sandy
509 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Salt Lake Valley, mainly northeastern Salt Lake County
  including the Avenues, University of Utah and Parleys Canyon
  areas.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST Wednesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

UTZ103-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-
Including the cities of Brigham City and Snowville
509 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Eastern Box Elder County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST Wednesday.

* 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
920 
WWUS75 KSLC 230229
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
729 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

UTZ104-107-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Northern Wasatch Front-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Ogden, Bountiful, Logan, and Smithfield
729 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 60 mph near Logan
  Canyon. East winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts to 70 mph near
  Farmington, Weber and Ogden Canyons including the cities of
  Centerville, Kaysville, Farmington and Bountiful. Outside these
  areas, expect east winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Northern Wasatch Front and Cache Valley/Utah Portion.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Secure trash cans, decorations and 
  outdoor items now!.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ103-105-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-Salt Lake Valley-
Including the cities of Brigham City, Snowville, Salt Lake City, 
West Jordan, and Sandy
729 PM MST Tue Feb 22 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Salt Lake Valley, mainly northeastern Salt Lake County 
  including the Avenues, University of Utah and Parleys Canyon 
  areas.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST Wednesday.

* 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
661 
WWUS75 KSLC 231046
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
346 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

UTZ104-107-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Northern Wasatch Front-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Ogden, Bountiful, Logan, and Smithfield
346 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...East winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts over to 55 mph 
  especially near Weber, Ogden, and Logan Canyons. Near Farmington
  Canyon, gusts to 65 mph at times.
 
* WHERE...Cache Valley/Utah Portion and Northern Wasatch Front.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ103-105-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-Salt Lake Valley-
Including the cities of Brigham City, Snowville, Salt Lake City, 
West Jordan, and Sandy
346 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph, especially
  near canyons.

* WHERE...Salt Lake Valley and Eastern Box Elder County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST this morning.

* 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
835 
WWUS75 KSLC 231114
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
414 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

UTZ104-107-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Northern Wasatch Front-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Ogden, Bountiful, Logan, and Smithfield
414 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...East winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts over to 55 mph 
  especially near Weber, Ogden, and Logan Canyons. Near 
  Farmington Canyon, gusts to 65 mph at times.

* WHERE...Cache Valley/Utah Portion and Northern Wasatch Front.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property 
  and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially 
  for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ106-231400-
/O.EXA.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Utah Valley-
Including the cities of Lehi, Provo, and Payson
414 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 55 mph,
  especially near Provo Canyon.

* WHERE...Utah Valley.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST this morning.

* 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.

&&

$$

UTZ103-105-231400-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-Salt Lake Valley-
Including the cities of Brigham City, Snowville, Salt Lake City, 
West Jordan, and Sandy
414 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM MST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph, 
  especially near canyons.

* WHERE...Salt Lake Valley and Eastern Box Elder County.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM MST this morning.

* 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
495 
WWUS75 KSLC 231350
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
650 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

UTZ104-231700-
/O.EXP.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
/O.EXB.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.220223T1400Z-220223T1700Z/
Northern Wasatch Front-
Including the cities of Ogden and Bountiful
650 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM MST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph, 
  especially near Farmington, Ogden, and Weber Canyons.

* WHERE...Northern Wasatch Front.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel may be difficult especially
  for high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing snow may reduce
  visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ107-231500-
/O.EXP.KSLC.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Logan and Smithfield
650 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM MST THIS MORNING...

Wind will continue to decrease in the Cache Valley this morning.
Isolated gusts to 40 mph will remain possible near Logan Canyon
through mid-morning.

$$

UTZ103-231500-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1400Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-
Including the cities of Brigham City and Snowville
650 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM MST THIS MORNING...

Wind will continue to decrease in eastern Box Elder County this 
morning. Isolated gusts to 40 mph will remain possible near
canyons through mid-morning.

$$

UTZ105-106-231700-
/O.EXT.KSLC.WI.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-220223T1700Z/
Salt Lake Valley-Utah Valley-
Including the cities of Salt Lake City, West Jordan, Sandy, Lehi,
Provo, and Payson
650 AM MST Wed Feb 23 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph,
  especially near Parleys and Provo Canyons as well and the 
  northeastern portions of the Salt Lake Valley.

* WHERE...Utah Valley and Salt Lake Valley.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM MST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Travel may be difficult especially
  for high profile vehicles. Areas of blowing snow may reduce
  visibility at times.

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

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 22, 3:46 AM MSTWind AdvisorySLCBox Elder, Cache, Davis, Salt Lake, Utah, Weber30 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; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.