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Utah weather alerts

Watches, warnings and advisories for Utah from the National Weather Service. Updated every minute.

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History: alerts that ended in the last 30 days. Times are in each alert’s local time zone.

Alerts by state & province

Know the difference

Watch, warning or advisory?

WATCH · BE PREPAREDConditions are right for dangerous weather. It hasn’t happened yet, but it could. Review your plan.
WARNING · TAKE ACTIONDangerous weather is happening now or is about to. Act on the instructions right away.
ADVISORY · BE AWAREWeather that can cause trouble — slick roads, fog, gusty wind — but is less dangerous than a warning.

What each alert means

Tornado Warning A tornado is happening or radar shows one forming. Go to a basement or an inside room on the lowest floor now. What to do
  1. 1Go to your safe place nowA basement, storm shelter, or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows.
  2. 2Protect your head and neckGet under something sturdy and cover up with your arms, a mattress, blankets or a helmet.
  3. 3Leave mobile homesMobile homes are not safe in a tornado. Go to the nearest sturdy building or shelter if you can get there quickly.
  4. 4If you are drivingDon’t shelter under a bridge or overpass. Get to a sturdy building if you can.
  5. 5Stay until it is overKeep alerts on and stay sheltered until the warning ends.
Tornado Watch Storms that can make tornadoes are possible. Know where you will shelter and keep alerts on. What to do
  1. 1Know your safe placeA basement, storm shelter, or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows.
  2. 2Keep alerts onCharge your phone and turn the volume up. Keep a battery radio nearby.
  3. 3Watch the sky and the radarRotating clouds, a loud roar or large hail can come before a tornado.
  4. 4Plan for mobile homesMobile homes are not safe in a tornado. Know the nearest sturdy building.
  5. 5If you are drivingDon’t shelter under a bridge or overpass. Get to a sturdy building if you can.
Severe Thunderstorm Warning Wind of 58 mph or more, or hail 1 inch or larger, is happening or about to. Get indoors away from windows. What to do
  1. 1Get indoorsA sturdy building is the safest place. Stay away from windows and doors.
  2. 2Stay off the road if you canStrong wind can bring down trees and power lines, and large hail can break windshields.
  3. 3Avoid water and corded phonesLightning can travel through plumbing and phone lines.
  4. 4Watch for a Tornado WarningSevere storms can produce tornadoes with little notice. Keep alerts on.
Flash Flood Warning Flooding is happening or about to. Move to higher ground. Never drive through water on the road. What to do
  1. 1Move to higher ground nowLeave low spots, creeks, ditches and drainage areas.
  2. 2Turn around, don’t drownNever drive or walk through flood water. Six inches of moving water can knock you down, and a foot can carry away most cars.
  3. 3Take extra care at nightFlooded roads are hard to see in the dark.
  4. 4Follow orders to leaveIf officials tell you to evacuate, go right away.
Winter Storm Warning Heavy snow or ice is expected. Avoid travel and keep supplies at home. What to do
  1. 1Stay off the roadsIf you must travel, carry a winter kit, keep the tank full and tell someone your route.
  2. 2Get ready for power outagesFlashlights, batteries, water and food for several days.
  3. 3Heat safelyNever use a generator, grill or camp stove indoors. Carbon monoxide can kill.
  4. 4Check on othersOlder neighbors and people living alone may need help.
Heat Advisory Heat that can make people sick. Drink water, find shade or AC, and check on neighbors. What to do
  1. 1Drink waterDrink before you feel thirsty.
  2. 2Find shade or air conditioningTake breaks from the heat during the afternoon.
  3. 3Check on neighborsOlder adults and people living alone are most at risk.
  4. 4Never leave anyone in a carA parked car heats up fast.

Alert questions

Are there any weather alerts in Utah right now?

No. No weather alerts are in effect in Utah right now. This page updates every minute with alerts from the National Weather Service.

Are any alerts coming up in Utah?

1 alert is issued ahead of time for Utah: Winter Weather Advisory. They appear in the Upcoming tab until they start.

How many weather alerts ended in Utah in the last 30 days?

0 alerts ended in Utah in the last 30 days. The History tab lists them with their areas and times.

Where do these alerts come from?

US alerts come from the National Weather Service. Canadian alerts come from Environment and Climate Change Canada. This page shows them as soon as they are published.

How do I get alerts for my area on my phone?

Install the free app, choose your place, and turn on notifications. You can follow up to five saved places.

Are these the same as Wireless Emergency Alerts?

No. Wireless Emergency Alerts are sent by authorities to every phone in an area. This page shows the full list of weather alerts, including ones that are not sent that way.