Wind Advisory issued for southwest Utah; 25-30 mph winds, 55 mph gusts

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SOUTHERN UTAH — The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a “Wind Advisory” for multiple counties and canyons in the southwest Utah area in effect Monday until Tuesday.

Dots denote areas subject to Wind Advisory at 5:24 p.m., Southern Utah, Dec. 22, 2014 | Image courtesy of National Weather Service, St. George News
Wind advisory. Dots denote areas subject to Wind Advisory at 5:24 p.m., Southern Utah, Dec. 22, 2014 | Image courtesy of National Weather Service, St. George News

Affected Areas

Washington County, Iron County, Kane County, Garfield County, Beaver County, Dixie National Park, Zion National Park, and the cities of St. George, Loa, Panguitch and Bryce Canyon.

Winds 

Winds blowing north at 25-35 mph with wind gusts of up to 55 mph expected.

Timing 

Strong winds will develop near the mouths of north to south oriented canyons in Washington county and are expected to peak late Monday night. These winds will gradually diminish around 1 p.m. on Tuesday.

Impacts 

Travel will be impacted for lightweight and high-profile vehicles across far southwest Utah. Wind sensitive operations will be affected.

Precautionary and 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 crosswinds which can make driving difficult.

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6 Comments

  • My Evil Twin December 22, 2014 at 8:37 pm

    Well, well. Looks like our little baby Zonker must be trying to learn to talk. That would be where the wind is coming from.

  • Evil twins mommy December 22, 2014 at 11:29 pm

    Ahh you poor little thing you need mommy to hug you.?

  • Evil twins mommy December 22, 2014 at 11:48 pm

    Enjoy the holidays every one if your traveling be safe. Enjoy your family and friends. MERRY CHRISTMAS to each and everyone of you

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