Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 11 at 1:55PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 11, 2026 - 12:55pm
Expires:
April 11, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 154 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from 12 miles south of Great Salt Lake North of the
Causeway to 12 miles northwest of Stansbury Park. Movement was
northeast at 25 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny 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...
Ogden, Layton, Farmington, Hill Air Force Base, Roy, Clearfield,
Kaysville, Syracuse, Clinton, Centerville, Washington Terrace,
Riverdale, Hooper, South Weber, Marriott-Slaterville, Great Salt Lake
South of the Causeway, Great Salt Lake North of the Causeway, West
Haven, West Point, and Plain City.
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 the following highways...
Interstate 15 between mile markers 321 and 340.
Interstate 84 between mile markers 82 and 84.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
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; Eastern Box Elder County; Northern Wasatch Front; Salt Lake Valley; Wasatch Mountains I-80 North
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender: