Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 6:11PM MDT until July 17 at 6:45PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 5:11pm
Expires:
July 17, 2026 - 5:45pm
Description:
At 611 PM MDT, Piute County Emergency Management reported Flash
Flooding and debris flows in upper Bullion Canyon. Flash flooding
continued downstream Bullion Creek but has remained below bridges at
HW 89. Between 0.5 and 0.6 inches of rain have fallen from earlier
thunderstorms. Flash flooding is already occurring.
Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will result in debris flow
moving through the Bullion Canyon. The debris flow can consist of
rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials.
HAZARD...Life threatening flash flooding. Thunderstorms producing
flash flooding in and around the Silver King Burn
Scar...specifically Bullion Canyon
SOURCE...Law enforcement reported.
IMPACT...Life threatening flash flooding of areas in and around
the Silver King Burn Scar...specifically Bullion Canyon
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Miner's Park to Fireman's Park...Marysvale.
Instruction:
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause
extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks...streams...and
ditches in the Silver King Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also
be anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away
in places. If you encounter flood waters...climb to safety.
Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life.
Stay away or be swept away. River banks and culverts can become
unstable and unsafe.
Area Description:
Piute, UT
Forcast Office:
NWS Salt Lake City UT
Sender: