Utah Flood Watch

A man is in the hospital after falling into the Jordan River on Sunday, May 14, 2023.(Steve Griffin...
Matt Brooks, KSL.com

Man in critical condition after being rescued from Jordan River

Police issued a reminder of the dangerous state of the streams and rivers during the spring runoff after a man was rescued from Jordan River.
12 months ago
Deer Creek dam contruction sign pictured...
Jed Boal, KSL TV

Construction update for Deer Creek Dam begins

The Deer Creek Dam and Reservoir are getting construction improvements so they can continue to deliver water to the community and mitigate flooding.
12 months ago
State Route 39 in Ogden Canyon has reopened after water undercut the roadway Thursday. A river floo...
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL.com

Ogden Canyon reopens after river flooding causes road collapse

UDOT officials announced Thursday evening that the canyon had reopened to traffic, albeit with a "one-way, alternating traffic configuration."
12 months ago
ogden river flooding...
Elizabeth Weiler

River causes damage, indefinite closure to SR-39 through Ogden Canyon

A river flood advisory is in effect for the Ogden River below Pineview Reservoir as UDOT works to control portions of SR 39.
12 months ago
Water flowing at Spanish Fork River. (Joshua Butts)...
Andrew Adams

Police renew warnings to stay away from fast-moving rivers after Spanish Fork close call

Officials urge people to use common sense and caution—whether in Spanish Fork or elsewhere around the state this spring.
12 months ago
A family in Eden was evacuated Wednesday evening due to a mudslide. Photo credit: Weber Fire Distri...
Mark Jones

Family in Eden evacuated due to mudslide

Family evacuated after mudslide hits their home in Eden.
12 months ago
(Chopper 5)...
Ladd Egan, KSL-TV

When will Deer Creek, Jordanelle reservoirs reach capacity this spring?

If done correctly, both reservoirs will reach capacity sometime in June just as the snowmelt comes to an end.
12 months ago
Salt Lake County Mayor Jenny Wilson has issued a state of emergency after spring runoff that lead t...
Mark Jones

Salt Lake County extends state of emergency to June 13

To help get a better handle on the flooding situation, Salt Lake County extended its state of emergency Tuesday afternoon to June 13.
12 months ago
As the Bear River continues to rise, city leaders in Corinne are rushing to shore up the banks and ...
Mike Anderson

Corinne tries to contain Bear River, prevent damage

The job of shoring up Bear River banks and protecting property is necessary during spring runoff, but this year it's proving costly too.
12 months ago
river flood watch...
Mark Jones

Flooding: Eubank says the state is OK for now, still has a ways to go

KSL-TV meteorologist Kevin Eubank joins Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News to disuss where things stand at the moment regarding state flooding.
12 months ago
river flood watch...
Peter Johnston

National Weather Service says watch for flooding potential for Utah rivers

Five rivers are being closely watched as part of the larger flooding potential for Utah as snowpack continues to run off the mountains.
12 months ago
Thunderstorms this weekend...
Aimee Cobabe

Thunderstorms coming to Utah, expected to last all weekend

Thunderstorms are expected to move into the Beehive State tomorrow and last all weekend long. None expected to be severe.
12 months ago
riverbanks...
Curt Gresseth

Riverbanks are scary unstable now, so stay back, warns safety expert

Jason Curry, director of the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, joins the show to talk about how dangerous not only the raging rivers are now but also the banks can be deadly unstable, too.
12 months ago
National Weather Service...
Ladd Egan, KSL-TV

Flood warning in place for South Fork of Ogden River as water levels expected to peak

The South Fork of the Ogden River has begun overflowing onto fields and making its way toward Pineview Reservoir.
12 months ago
If you're reading this, chances are you've heard about the No Mow May movement that's been gaining ...
Mark Jones

No Mow May: Harm or help to your yard? An expert weighs in

An online movement called No Mow May is encouraging homeowners to not cut their yard in May. Experts are saying that may not be a good idea.
12 months ago
riverbanks...
Lindsay Aerts

Utahns breath sigh of relief on major flood risk, for now

Some relief is here when it comes to flood risk with cooler temperatures expected over the next week. But Utah's rivers are certainly not out of the woods.
12 months ago
The Provo Fire Department rescue teams. (KSL-TV)...
Ladd Egan, KSL-TV

Provo Fire and Rescue practices swift water rescue techniques in Provo River

Provo Fire and Rescue practiced various swift water rescue techniques at the mouth of Provo Canyon amid the high runoff.
12 months ago
"Stream Team" (KSL-TV)...
Dan Rascon, KSL-TV

Salt Lake City crews trade in desk work for 24/7 flood watch

The crews come from the Salt Lake City Public Utilities department and are usually working office jobs not walking along river banks.
12 months ago
Elder Brandon Newbrough and his companion Elder Taylor Sorensen, missionaries for The Church of Jes...
Lindsay Aerts

Emigration Creek residents get sandbagging help from pair of missionaries

A pair of missionaries have been helping people living in Emigration Canyon with sandbagging duties.
1 year ago
Be Ready Utah was created back in 2006 for flood control in St. George, now it proves to be more us...
Aubri Wuthrich

Be Ready Utah created in 2006, due to flooding

Be Ready Utah was created back in 2006 for flood control in St. George, now it proves to be more useful than ever with recent flooding.
1 year ago
This years record-breaking runoff has made it difficult for Utah farmers to start planting their sp...
Allessandra Harris

Record-breaking water levels have been both a blessing and curse for Utah farmers

SALT LAKE CITY — This year’s high levels of spring runoff has been both a blessing and a curse for Utah farmers.  Our record-breaking water levels have made the ground too wet for many farmers to start spring planting. “I think with blessings sometimes come trials,”  says farmer Laura Holmgren. We’ve just had to compact two […]
1 year ago
Hyrum Dam (KSL-TV)...
MIKE ANDERSON, KSL-TV

Hyrum Dam might be too outdated to handle record runoff water, officials say

The Hyrum Dam is nearly 90 years old causing officials to worry that the dam is not strong enough to deal with the record runoff.
1 year ago
Overflowing rivers and streams can cause a lot of roadway problems but UDOT's John Gleason says his...
Peter Johnston

UDOT crews prepare for roadway problems as water overflows

Overflowing rivers and streams can cause a lot of roadway problems but UDOT's John Gleason says his team and equipment are ready.
1 year ago
Some of the people preparing for possible flooding in Utah live along Little Willow Creek in Sandy,...
Simone Seikaly

Sandy resident builds retention wall to keep possible flooding at bay

SANDY, Utah — Some of the people preparing for possible flooding in Utah live along Little Willow Creek in Sandy, and our news partners at KSL TV were the first to report that one of these residents took a bigger step than placing sandbags along the creek and hoping for the best.  After KSL TV’s […]
1 year ago

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