Environment & Outdoors

drought efforts...
Mary Richards

State remains in extreme drought, but rain and people’s efforts are helping

The latest numbers on Utah's drought situation shows the state is still in bad shape, but rainstorms and efforts to conserve water are helping.
5 years ago
bighorn sheep...
Nick Wyatt

Bighorn sheep water supply on Antelope Island in question

Wildlife biologists say man-made water receptacles which provide water to bighorn sheep on Antelope Island are dry due to the drought.
5 years ago
reservoirs Utah...
Carlos Artiles Fortun

Clean up continues in Cedar City after massive flooding

A major clean-up is now underway in Cedar City to clear the debris from roadways, neighborhoods, and homes.
5 years ago
cloud seeding in dubai...
Curt Gresseth

Cloud seeding in Utah: We do it in winter, why not summer like Dubai?

Cloud seeding is a common winter practice in the western US, where it can help keep reservoirs filled. But if Dubai does it in the summer, why can't we?
5 years ago
Flash flood warning in Cache County, Utah. (NWS)...
Saige Miller

Weather advisory, flash flood warnings issued for parts of northern Utah

Thunderstorms looming over parts of northern Utah are prompting the National Weather Service to issue a slew of weather advisories. 
5 years ago
Cedar City flood...
Mark Jackson

Cedar City, Southern Utah counties struggle under flood waters

Flash flood warnings were issued for Cedar City as the city struggled to stay ahead of rapidly rising flood waters on Monday.
5 years ago
lake powell record low...
Nick Wyatt

Lake Powell at record low water level, could drop further

Lake Powell is currently at 33% capacity, which breaks the record water low from 2005. Water experts are worried the level will drop even further.
5 years ago
Seven people died Kanosh fatal...
Karilyn Frazier

Eight people died in a pileup on I-15 near Kanosh, all lanes reopened

Eight people have died in a multi-car pileup on I-15 near Kanosh on Sunday, all lanes have been reopened.
5 years ago
fireworks fires Utah...
Simone Seikaly

Fires started by fireworks in Utah and north Tooele counties Saturday night

The fire in Spanish Fork destroyed a barn and the hay inside and was called a criminal act by the Utah County Fire Marshal.
5 years ago
Utah heat...
Adam Mason

Smoky skies in northern Utah with thunderstorms in southern Utah; flash flooding possible

The National Weather Service in Salt Lake City says smoky skies will remain in parts of northern Utah and there will be thunderstorms with a possibility of flash floods in southern parts of the state on Sunday.
5 years ago
Mudslide pictured at Bryce Canyon National Park on Saturday, July 24.  Photo credit: Bryce Canyon N...
Simone Seikaly

Flash flood warning issued for parts of Garfield, Kane Counties

A monsoonal storm swept across portions of southern Utah on Saturday, bringing flash flooding, hail, and thunderstorms.
5 years ago
Great Salt Lake levels new low...
Simone Seikaly

A new low for the southern edge of Utah’s Great Salt Lake

And as the drought continues, Great Salt Lake levels are expected to continue a downward trend through the summer.
5 years ago
midvale downed trees...
Becky Bruce and Paul Nelson

Midvale asks residents to report downed trees after storm

Midvale leaders asked residents to report downed trees to the city's public works team, especially if the trees are blocking roads after last night's storm.
5 years ago
avoid flooding disaster in Mapleton...
Dan Bammes

How the city of Mapleton managed to avoid a flooding disaster

The city of Mapleton managed to avoid a flooding disaster and major damage or injuries after 3/4 inch of rain fell in 45 minutes Thursday night
5 years ago
drought...
Curt Gresseth

To keep your green lawn during drought, listen to the pro

Keeping your lawn green during a drought.
5 years ago
secondary water davis weber...
Aimee Cobabe, Nick Wyatt

Secondary water shutdown coming to parts of Davis and Weber Counties

The Davis and Weber Counties Canal Company is sending out a warning to people that their secondary water may be shut off soon.
5 years ago
lake powell record low...
Mary Richards

Utah boaters will face challenges this Pioneer Day and the rest of the summer

It’s going to be a tough holiday weekend for many Utah boaters. The drought has affected several lakes and reservoirs around Utah and restricted or closed to many boat ramps.
5 years ago
human caused fires Utah...
Nick Wyatt

Human-caused fires below average for July, officials thankful to public

Utah officials thank the Utah public for fewer human-caused fires this year, and ask for continued vigilance.
5 years ago
rain causes cedar city flooding...
ANDREW ADAMS & TAMARA VAIFANUA, KSL TV

Heavy rain slams Cedar City, causing flash flooding throughout the area

Within a four-hour period, more than two inches of rain covered Cedar City, causing flash flooding and leaving damage behind in its wake.
5 years ago
FILE - (KSL NewsRadio)...
Mary Richards

Northern Utah moves to Stage II fire restrictions ahead of Pioneer Day

The Pioneer Day fire restrictions mean no campfires, tent stoves, barbecues or fireworks are allowed on state/unincorporated private lands.
5 years ago
Glen Canyon Dam water levels low...
Dan Bammes

Glen Canyon Dam needs more water to keep producing power

To keep Glen Canyon Dam producing power, the Bureau of Reclamation plans to reduce the water level at Flaming Gorge by about four feet.
5 years ago
Zion flood damages...
Madeleine Porter

Zion Canyon Music Festival canceled due to flood damages

The show will not go on this summer at the O.C. Tanner Amphitheater located in Zion National Park due to flood damages.
5 years ago
Utah heat...
Saige Miller and Heather Kelly

A 30-year heat wave bakes the West, Utah could break triple-digit records

Northern Utah has seen 17-days of triple-digit heat so far this summer, and it's not expected to cool down as wildfire threats increase.
5 years ago
sugar house pond with duck...
Nick Wyatt

Sugar House Park pond drained due to drought

The pond at Sugar House Park will be dry by mid-week because of the ongoing drought. A creek supplying water to the pond is already dry.
5 years ago