High Wind Warning Issued for Southwest Utah; Gusts Up to 65 MPH Expected
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NOAA issued it on April 6, 2026, 4 months ago. Warnings of this kind stay in effect for hours to a few days, so this page is a historical record of what was issued, not a current warning. For conditions where you are right now, check weather.gov (US), weather.gc.ca (Canada), the Met Office (UK), or the Bureau of Meteorology (Australia).
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A High Wind Warning is in effect for Southwest Utah until 5:00 AM MST Tuesday. The National Weather Service warns of 65 mph gusts that may cause power outages and difficult travel.
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- Record type
- High Wind Warning
- Affected area
- Southwest Utah
- Issued
- April 6, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Salt Lake City
Wind notices are issued against local thresholds and a defined time window. Confirm both in the original notice before making a current-condition decision.
Record status: historical. It was issued 4 months ago; use the issuing agency's live warning service for current conditions in Southwest Utah.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a High Wind Warning for Southwest Utah. The alert was issued on February 16 and remains in effect until 5:00 AM MST on Tuesday, February 17.
Affected Areas
This warning specifically impacts Southwest Utah. Residents in these geographic regions should prepare for hazardous wind conditions throughout the duration of the alert.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers in the affected area are advised to take the following actions:
- Secure Property: People are urged to secure loose objects that could be blown around or damaged by the wind.
- Travel with Caution: Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles and vehicles with trailers. Use extra caution if you must be on the road.
- Prepare for Hazards: Be aware that high winds may move loose debris, damage property, and cause power outages.
Expected Conditions
According to the National Weather Service, the following conditions are anticipated:
- Wind Speed: Sustained south winds of 25 to 35 mph.
- Wind Gusts: Peak gusts are expected to reach up to 65 mph.
Timeline
The High Wind Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 5:00 AM MST on Tuesday, February 17.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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