Winter Storm Warning Issued for Southwest Utah and Bryce Canyon Country
A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for Southwest Utah and Bryce Canyon Country, with heavy snow accumulations of up to 12 inches expected through Wednesday afternoon.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Southwest Utah and Bryce Canyon Country. The alert was issued early Tuesday morning and remains in effect through Wednesday afternoon.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts Southwest Utah and Bryce Canyon Country. This includes geographic zones UTZ122 and UTZ127.
Expected Conditions
Heavy snow is forecast for the region. Total snow accumulations are expected to reach between 3 and 7 inches for areas below 7,000 feet. Higher elevations above 7,000 feet are projected to receive between 7 and 12 inches of snow. These conditions are likely to create hazardous winter driving conditions, and traction laws may be enacted by local authorities.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is effective starting at 8:00 PM MST this evening, Tuesday, February 17. The warning is currently scheduled to expire at 5:00 PM MST on Wednesday, February 18.
What You Should Do
Residents are advised to prepare for difficult travel conditions. If you must travel, the National Weather Service recommends keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For updated winter road conditions from the Utah Department of Transportation, residents should visit http://www.udottraffic.utah.gov.
Source: NOAA Official Notice