Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 1:14PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 11, 2026 - 12:14pm
Expires:
April 11, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
At 113 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 10 miles north of Clive to 6 miles southwest of
Delle. Movement was northeast at 35 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Delle, Great Salt Lake South of the Causeway, Utah Test and Training
Range North, and Hat Island.
This storm will be capable of producing strong gusty winds on the
Great Salt Lake. This will lead to a sudden increase in waves and
very choppy waters which will result in hazardous boating conditions.
Boaters are urged to seek safe harbor if possible.
This includes Interstate 80 in Utah between mile markers 56 and 80.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Great Salt Lake Desert and Mountains; Tooele and Rush Valleys
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender: