Flash Flood Warning Issued for South Central Kane County, UT
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for South Central Kane County in southern Utah until 11:00 PM MDT Monday due to high flows on the Paria River.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- South Central Kane County, Utah
- Issued
- August 24, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Salt Lake City
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Alert Details
A Flash Flood Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Salt Lake City. The alert is effective from August 24 at 4:07 PM MDT until August 24 at 11:00 PM MDT.
Affected Areas
The warning covers South Central Kane County in southern Utah, including areas along the Paria River and the Lower Paria River Canyon south of Tropic.
What You Should Do
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Remain alert for flooding even in locations not receiving rain. Campers and hikers should avoid streams or creeks. Flooding is occurring or is imminent.
Expected Conditions
Up to 2 inches of rain have fallen over the upper reaches of the Paria River drainage. Flash flooding is already occurring with life-threatening conditions in creeks, streams, slot canyons, and normally dry washes.
Timeline
The warning is in effect from 4:07 PM MDT on August 24 until 11:00 PM MDT on August 24.
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