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Wind Advisory 26, NWS Salt Lake City, UT

May 7, 202210 counties in Utah

NWS Salt Lake City, UT issued this wind advisory at May 7, 2022, 3:22 AM MDT for 10 counties in Utah. It took effect at May 8, 2022, 11:00 AM MDT. It was in force for 10 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
May 7, 2022, 3:22 AM MDT (09:22 UTC)
In effect from
May 8, 2022, 11:00 AM MDT
Expired
May 8, 2022, 8:57 PM MDT
In force
10 hr
Issued by
NWS Salt Lake City, UT

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

The radar

The Cedar City radar (KICX), 102 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 09:27 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

Salt Lake City I, UT (KSLC), launched 00:00Z, 9.4 hours before the alert went out and 302 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 00:00Z on 2022-05-07Temperature 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 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Salt Lake City I, UT at 00:00Z on 2022-05-07The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 119 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
2805 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
63 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
119 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
304 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

298 
WWUS75 KSLC 070922
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
322 AM MDT Sat May 7 2022

UTZ128-130-131-072200-
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.220508T1700Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KSLC.WI.Y.0025.220507T1700Z-220508T0300Z/
South Central Utah-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Kanab, Escalante, Hanksville, Big Water, 
and Bullfrog
322 AM MDT Sat May 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM
MDT THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening, then
  again from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds will result in
  difficult travel, particularly for high profile vehicles. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may generate hazardous boating
  conditions on area lakes, including Lake Powell.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ121-129-072200-
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.220508T1700Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.EXB.KSLC.WI.Y.0025.220507T1700Z-220508T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Loa, 
and Torrey
322 AM MDT Sat May 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM MDT
THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...San Rafael Swell and Capitol Reef National Park and 
  Vicinity.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening, then 
  again from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds will result in
  difficult travel, particularly 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
6 follow-up statements
687 
WWUS75 KSLC 072112
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
312 PM MDT Sat May 7 2022

UTZ121-128>131-080515-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-220508T0300Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.220508T1700Z-220509T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Loa, Torrey, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
312 PM MDT Sat May 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening, then 
  again from 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A 
  few power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds will result 
  in difficult travel, particularly for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may generate hazardous 
  boating conditions on area lakes, including Lake Powell.

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
685 
WWUS75 KSLC 080305
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
905 PM MDT Sat May 7 2022

UTZ121-128>131-081200-
/O.EXP.KSLC.WI.Y.0025.000000T0000Z-220508T0300Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.220508T1700Z-220509T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Loa, Torrey, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
905 PM MDT Sat May 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 9 PM MDT
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED FOR TODAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM to 9 PM MDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A 
  few power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds will result 
  in difficult travel, particularly for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may generate hazardous boating
  conditions on area lakes, including Lake Powell.

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
710 
WWUS75 KSLC 080942
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
342 AM MDT Sun May 8 2022

UTZ119-122>124-126-127-081745-
/O.EXA.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.220508T1700Z-220509T0300Z/
Sevier Valley-Southwest Utah-Lower Washington County-
Zion National Park-Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Bryce Canyon Country-
Including the cities of Richfield, Salina, Beaver, Cedar City, 
Milford, St George, Hurricane, Ivins, Springdale, Panguitch, 
Circleville, Koosharem, and Bryce Canyon City
342 AM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 9 PM MDT
THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Sevier Valley, Southwest Utah, Lower Washington 
  County, Zion National Park, Upper Sevier River Valleys and 
  Bryce Canyon Country.

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A 
  few power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds will result 
  in difficult travel, particularly for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may generate hazardous boating
  conditions on area lakes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ121-128>131-081745-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.220508T1700Z-220509T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-South Central Utah-
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, Kanab, 
Escalante, Loa, Torrey, Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
342 AM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured 
  objects. A few power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds 
  will result in difficult travel, particularly for high profile 
  vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may generate hazardous boating
  conditions on area lakes, including Lake Powell.

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
151 
WWUS75 KSLC 082130
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
330 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

UTZ122-126-090530-
/O.NEW.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
Southwest Utah-Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Including the cities of Beaver, Cedar City, Milford, Panguitch, 
Circleville, and Koosharem
330 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Hard Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures 
  as low as 25 expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 
  30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Southwest Utah and Upper Sevier River Valleys.

* WHEN...For the Hard Freeze Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  9 AM MDT Monday. For the Wind Advisory, until 9 PM MDT this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Frost and freeze conditions will
  kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage
  unprotected outdoor plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

UTZ118-090530-
/O.NEW.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
Sanpete Valley-
Including the cities of Manti, Ephraim, and Mt Pleasant
330 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HARD FREEZE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM
MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected.

* WHERE...Sanpete Valley.

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

* 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.

&&

$$

UTZ119-121-123-124-127>131-090300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
Sevier Valley-San Rafael Swell-Lower Washington County-
Zion National Park-Bryce Canyon Country-South Central Utah-
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-Western Canyonlands-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Richfield, Salina, Green River, 
Goblin Valley, St George, Hurricane, Ivins, Springdale, 
Bryce Canyon City, Kanab, Escalante, Loa, Torrey, Hanksville, 
Big Water, and Bullfrog
330 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured 
  objects. A few power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds 
  will result in difficult travel, particularly for high profile 
  vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may generate hazardous 
  boating conditions on area lakes, including Lake Powell.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ103-107-090530-
/O.NEW.KSLC.HZ.A.0003.220510T0300Z-220510T1500Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Brigham City, Snowville, Logan, 
and Smithfield
330 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HARD FREEZE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH
TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Box Elder County and Cache Valley/Utah Portion.

* WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could 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
614 
WWUS75 KSLC 082230
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
430 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

UTZ122-090630-
/O.UPG.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KSLC.HW.W.0008.220508T2230Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Beaver, Cedar City, and Milford
430 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...
...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO 9 AM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 30 to 35 mph
  with gusts up to 60 mph. For the Hard Freeze Warning, sub- 
  freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected.

* WHERE...Southwest Utah.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 9 PM MDT this evening. 
  For the Hard Freeze Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 9 AM 
  MDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...High winds may move loose debris, damage property and
  cause power outages. Travel will be difficult especially for
  high profile vehicles. Frost and freeze conditions will kill
  crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage
  unprotected outdoor plumbing.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust will be possible and
  reduce visibility, causing hazardous driving conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

UTZ123-128-090300-
/O.UPG.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KSLC.HW.W.0008.220508T2230Z-220509T0300Z/
Lower Washington County-South Central Utah-
Including the cities of St George, Hurricane, Ivins, Kanab, 
and Escalante
430 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 35 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Lower Washington County and South Central Utah.

* WHEN...Until 9 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of blowing dust will be possible and
  reduce visibility, causing hazardous driving conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ126-090630-
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Including the cities of Panguitch, Circleville, and Koosharem
430 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

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

* WHAT...For the Hard Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures 
  as low as 25 expected. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 
  30 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Southwest Utah and Upper Sevier River Valleys.

* WHEN...For the Hard Freeze Warning, from 9 PM this evening to 
  9 AM MDT Monday. For the Wind Advisory, until 9 PM MDT this 
  evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Frost and freeze conditions will
  kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage
  unprotected outdoor plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

UTZ118-090630-
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
Sanpete Valley-
Including the cities of Manti, Ephraim, and Mt Pleasant
430 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING
TO 9 AM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected.

* WHERE...Sanpete Valley.

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

* 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.

&&

$$

UTZ119-121-124-127-129>131-090300-
/O.CON.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
Sevier Valley-San Rafael Swell-Zion National Park-
Bryce Canyon Country-Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Western Canyonlands-Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Richfield, Salina, Green River, 
Goblin Valley, Springdale, Bryce Canyon City, Loa, Torrey, 
Hanksville, Big Water, and Bullfrog
430 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

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

* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM MDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured 
  objects. A few power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds 
  will result in difficult travel, particularly for high profile 
  vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong winds may generate hazardous 
  boating conditions on area lakes, including Lake Powell.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ103-107-090630-
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.A.0003.220510T0300Z-220510T1500Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Brigham City, Snowville, Logan, 
and Smithfield
430 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HARD FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING
THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 possible.

* WHERE...Eastern Box Elder County and Cache Valley/Utah Portion.

* WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could 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
222 
WWUS75 KSLC 090257
NPWSLC

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

UTZ122-091300-
/O.EXP.KSLC.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0027.220509T0300Z-220509T0600Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
Southwest Utah-
Including the cities of Beaver, Cedar City, and Milford
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT...
...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT MONDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Hard Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures 
  as low as 25 expected. For the Wind Advisory, west winds 20 to 
  25 mph with gusts to 45 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southwest Utah.

* WHEN...For the Hard Freeze Warning, until 9 AM MDT Monday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until midnight MDT tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds and blowing dust
  will cause difficult travel, particularly for high profile
  vehicles. Frost and freeze conditions will kill crops, other 
  sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor 
  plumbing.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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.

&&

$$

UTZ123-128-090600-
/O.EXP.KSLC.HW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0027.220509T0300Z-220509T0600Z/
Lower Washington County-South Central Utah-
Including the cities of St George, Hurricane, Ivins, Kanab, 
and Escalante
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 9 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Lower Washington County and South Central Utah.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds and blowing dust
  will cause difficult travel, particularly for high profile
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ126-091300-
/O.CAN.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
Upper Sevier River Valleys-
Including the cities of Panguitch, Circleville, and Koosharem
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 26 expected.

* WHERE...Upper Sevier River Valleys.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

UTZ119-124-127-129-131-090600-
/O.CAN.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KSLC.WI.Y.0027.220509T0300Z-220509T0600Z/
Sevier Valley-Zion National Park-Bryce Canyon Country-
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity-
Glen Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell-
Including the cities of Richfield, Salina, Springdale, 
Bryce Canyon City, Loa, Torrey, Big Water, and Bullfrog
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT MDT TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 20 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Sevier Valley, Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon 
  Country, Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity and Glen 
  Canyon Recreation Area/Lake Powell.

* WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. A few
  power outages are possible. Strong crosswinds and blowing dust
  will cause difficult travel, particularly for high profile
  vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

UTZ121-130-090400-
/O.CAN.KSLC.WI.Y.0026.000000T0000Z-220509T0300Z/
San Rafael Swell-Western Canyonlands-
Including the cities of Green River, Goblin Valley, 
and Hanksville
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Though isolated gusts to 40 mph are possible this evening, winds
have diminished over the advisory area so it is being allowed to
expire.

$$

UTZ118-091300-
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.W.0002.220509T0300Z-220509T1500Z/
Sanpete Valley-
Including the cities of Manti, Ephraim, and Mt Pleasant
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HARD FREEZE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM MDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 expected.

* WHERE...Sanpete Valley.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM MDT Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

UTZ103-107-091300-
/O.CON.KSLC.HZ.A.0003.220510T0300Z-220510T1500Z/
Eastern Box Elder County-Cache Valley/Utah Portion-
Including the cities of Brigham City, Snowville, Logan, 
and Smithfield
857 PM MDT Sun May 8 2022

...HARD FREEZE WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING
THROUGH TUESDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 27 possible.

* WHERE...Cache Valley/Utah Portion and Eastern Box Elder County.

* WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Frost and freeze conditions could 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.

&&

$$

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http://weather.gov/saltlakecity

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

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Salt Lake City, UT wrote its last area forecast discussion before this wind advisory went out at May 6, 4:03 PM MDT, 11 hours 19 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, May 6, 4:03 PM MDT, 11 hours 19 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Salt Lake City UT
403 PM MDT Fri May 6 2022

.SYNOPSIS...A series of storm systems will keep northern Utah
unsettled this weekend while southern Utah remains warm and dry
with gusty winds. An active pattern will continue next week.

&&

.SHORT TERM (Through 12Z Sunday)...Utah and southwest Wyoming are
under a roughly zonal flow this afternoon between a weak wave that
grazed northern Utah overnight and a second system moving onshore
along the Pacific Northwest coast. The passage of a boundary has
curbed the warming trend over northern Utah, though temperatures
remain 10-15F above seasonal normals. Over southern Utah,
temperatures have continued to rise, with maxes warming to 15-20F
above normal for this time of year, approaching record territory
in some locations.

The Pacific Northwest storm system will make its way across
northern Utah tonight into tomorrow. Disorganized as it comes
through and not accompanied by much moisture, any precipitation
associated with the system will be light and primarily confined to
the higher terrain. Of greater impact will be gusty southerly
winds ahead of the front during the day. Most guidance indicates
700 mb winds peaking at 50-55 kts over southeast Utah Saturday
afternoon, with much of that easily making it to the surface. With
high confidence in these winds being strong enough to cause travel
impacts, issued a Wind Advisory for much of Saturday for south
central and southeastern zones, including the Lake Powell area.
Passage of the associated frontal boundary through northern Utah
will also bring noticeable cooling, with maxes running around 10F
cooler than values observed today. Some cooling is also expected
over southern Utah, but should only be a few degrees or so.

.LONG TERM (After 12Z Sunday)...The extended period will be
based around a trough feature centered over the western United
States. Starting Sunday we expect mostly zonal flow aloft to slowly
turn to southwesterly and to strengthen, specifically over southern
UT as the trough begins to deepen and amplify over the west coast.
The associated low pressure system with the trough is expected to
sit over the region through much of the extended keeping the CWA
breezy, slightly cooler and driving spotty precipitation for areas
in northern and central UT as well as SW Wyoming.

The main risks for this incoming trough will be mostly for strong
southwesterly wind gusts with the strongest winds coming on Sunday
and Monday. Winds could reach and exceed advisory levels,
particularly for high terrain areas in southern UT, but southern
valleys should expect consistently breezy winds over this period as
well. Sunday and Monday are also the best chance for any
precipitation to form for northern and central UT as an enhanced
baroclinic zone moves in and provides the best dynamical forcing.
QPF values have slowly backed off over the last few days due to the
westward positioning. This will lead to moreso spotty precip chances
for not only Sunday/Monday but the entire extended. With cold air
overhead the mountains could see a few inches of accumulating snow
while the valleys see more of a mix of rain and snow with any
accumulations sticking to grassy surfaces and likely melting
relatively fast. Any afternoon showers, particularly on Sunday,
Monday and even Tuesday that develop could form weak isolated
thunderstorms as well.

While a mixing of cloudy skies will likely keep us more mild
overnight during the extended there is the potential for the
abnormally cold airmass to drive borderline freeze risk conditions
for various valleys with agricultural interests across the CWA on
Monday and Tuesday nights.

As model guidance has gained confidence on the trough's development
occurring along the Pacific west coast, confidence has lessened in
the chance for convection to form over the week with about 50/50
split at the moment. However, both deterministic and ensemble models
drive the best chance for precip on Sunday and Monday with about 70%
of members showing a wet solution. Thursday is also gaining some
confidence with 70% of members showing a good chance for precip but
also holds some uncertainty in the trough's pattern as it weakens,
which will play a big role in the possibility for convection.

&&

.AVIATION...KSLC...VFR conditions will be maintained over the KSLC
terminal through the valid TAF period under increasingly cloudy
skies. Light northerly winds, with periods of variable flow, will
continue through ~03Z before returning to a southern flow. A cold
front will push into the area and bring another northerly wind switch
between 09-10Z. CIGs will drop to ~10kft AGL. There is a 30% chance
of local mountain obscuration as showers develop early tomorrow
morning.

.REST OF UTAH AND SOUTHWEST WYOMING...VFR conditions under
increasingly cloudy skies will prevail across much of the area
throughout the 24-hour period. A cold front will move into northern
Utah after ~05-06Z, bringing a shift to northwest winds for most
areas north of ~KPVU by 09-11Z. There is potential for strong wind
gusts over northwest Utah following the frontal passage, where gusts
as up to 35kts may be possible for KENV. Otherwise, expect CIGs to
linger around 10kft AGL, with local terrain obscuration possible
from KPVU northward from ~06Z onward as showers develop.

&&

.SLC WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
UT...Wind Advisory from 9 AM to 9 PM MDT Saturday for UTZ128-130-131.

WY...None.
&&

SHORT TERM...Traphagan
LONG TERM...Selbig
AVIATION...Webber

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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.