Ella Nilsen and Rachel Ramirez, CNN
Colorado River falls into Tier 2 shortage, new cuts coming for Southwest
The federal government is implementing new mandatory water cuts and asking states to devise a plan to save the river basin.4 years ago
Mark Jackson
Evacuations for areas in the Jacob City Fire burn scar lifted early Sunday
A flash flood warning was issued Friday evening for Salt Lake County, according to the National Weather Service out of Salt Lake City.4 years ago
Chandler Holt
Some Utah areas see slight drop in drought levels
A drought update from the Utah Division of Water Resources offers a glimpse of good news for Utah. Division spokesman Michael Sanchez says you can thank a good monsoonal season for a slight drop in the percentage of the state that is in extreme drought or worse4 years ago
Sam Herrera
Two Tooele houses struck by lightning in yesterday’s storm
TOOELE, Utah — Two houses were struck by lightning Wednesday night during a thunderstorm. Officials said there were no injuries, but some damage. Deputy Fire Chief Jed Colovich from the Tooele City Fire Department said one house had damage to its electrical outlets. The other house had damage to its sprinkler timer. Colovich said the […]4 years ago
Mark Jones
Flash flood warning issued for Tooele County, lightning strikes houses
A flash flood warning has been issued for Tooele County on Wednesday evening. The country road in Soldier Canyon is expected to be impacted, creating a dangerous situation.4 years ago
Marilyn Deutsch
200-year-old tree explodes in Portland due to heat wave
The tree, along with residents, endured seven days of temperatures at 95 degrees or above. A branch that fell weighed roughly 30,000 pounds.4 years ago
Nouran Salahieh and Elizabeth Wolfe, CNN
More human remains discovered in Lake Mead’s receding waters
More human remains have been found in the receding waters of Lake Mead, authorities announced Saturday. This is the fourth time human remains have been found at Lake Mead National Recreation Area since May.4 years ago
Simone Seikaly
UPDATE: Flooding, road closures, and power outages in SLC
Rocky Mountain Power reports that more than 3,490 customers are without power in the 84115, 84106, 84105, and 84119 zip codes.4 years ago
Waverly Golden
UPDATE: Flood advisory for portions of Salt Lake Valley and Davis County
NWS reported that these storms historically produce minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.4 years ago
Mark Jones
Severe weather makes its presence felt Friday around Utah
Utah experienced severe weather Friday with winds and rain reaching various parts of the state, making driving difficult. An outdoor concert was delayed by the weather.4 years ago
Martha Harris
Low water levels at Utah Lake cause restrictions for Daybreak
The Daybreak Water Company says its secondary access at Utah Lake is restricted due to low water levels. However, a expert says those restrictions are in place for the health of the lake.4 years ago
Kate Davis
Utah Board of Water Resources approves nearly $200 million to build secondary water meters
Grants totaling around $190 million will be used to build over 100,000 new secondary water meters across the state of Utah.4 years ago
Martha Harris
“Live to Breathe” campaign encourages steps for clean air
Utah Clean Air Partnership's "Live to Breathe" campaign encourages Utahns to take meaningful steps toward cleaner air.4 years ago
Adam Small
Recent August storms are typical, we just got used to dry summers
With recent storms bringing rain to northern Utah, and more on the way, it may feel like August is more rainy than usual.4 years ago
Simone Seikaly
Restrictions on golf courses, non-functional grass among Washington County strict water rules
The new Washington County water ordinances also ask residents and businesses to use secondary, or untreated water for outdoor use when available.4 years ago
Martha Harris
With recent rain, burn scars raise concern for flash flooding in Utah
Burn scars left from wildfires are prone to flooding because they lack vegetation and, in some cases, soil that can absorb water.4 years ago
MARK JACKSON
Despite recent storm, meteorologist says not to expect above-average rain this month
Utah saw record-breaking heat in the month of July. KSL meteorologists break down what the month of August will look like.4 years ago
Devin Oldroyd
New poll says Utahns want incentives for water-wise landscaping
A new poll shows half of Utahns believe incentives for water-wise landscaping would be the best way to encourage water conservation.4 years ago
Mark Jackson
Record heat bakes the Salt Lake Valley; heat record tied
Several heat records have been broken or at least tied as July brought in 100-degree days. KSL Meteorologist Kevin Eubank says this is a big deal.4 years ago
Devin Oldroyd
National Weather Service announces flood advisory for Enoch and Cedar City
National Weather Service Salt Lake City announced a flood advisory for Enoch and northern Cedar City Sunday.4 years ago
Chandler Holt
Flash Flood warning issued for Southern and Eastern Utah
Due to thunderstorms in Southern Utah today, a flash flood warning has been put in place. A moderate, 2 out of 4, weather risk was set by the National Weather Service.4 years ago
Lindsay Aerts
Your Diet Coke can could be in jeopardy if the Great Salt Lake dries up
As the Great Salt Lake shrinks, the impact of its decline grows. Industries from food to recreation stand to be affected by the lake's declining water levels.4 years ago
Dan Bammes
Romney’s Great Salt Lake bill folded into larger law, passes the Senate
Sen. Mitt Romney's Great Salt Lake bill was rolled into the larger Water Resources Development Act of 2022, which just passed in the Senate.4 years ago
