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393 events in Washington · page 3 of 4
Clear all filtersLong-duration heavy rainfall caused flooding in Washington County, particularly in Zion National Park and the town of Hurricane. Flooding in Zion National Park was widespread, impacting countless streams and washes. State Route 9 (also known as the Zion-Mt. Carmel Highway) was impacted on the Washington County side as well as in Kane County, and was closed all the way to the Canyon Junction, after
NOAA record 478787 ↗Flash flooding and large waterfalls were reported throughout much of Zion National Park. In addition, the East Fork Virgin River Near Springdale, UT gauge rose from 34 cfs to 1400 cfs in one hour.
NOAA record 478809 ↗Some smaller slot canyons in the northern portions of Zion National Park experienced flash flooding, and the North Fork Virgin River Near Springdale gauge went from near zero cfs to 415 cfs.
NOAA record 478822 ↗Flash flooding was reported in the town of Hildale, with some flood waters causing issues for four hours straight.
NOAA record 478710 ↗Park rangers in Zion National Park reported flash flooding in Clear Creek and Keyhole Canyon.
NOAA record 478708 ↗Flash flooding was reported on both Clear Creek and the East Fork of the Virgin River, as well as several slot canyons in the area. The river gauge on the East Fork rose to 1795 cfs.
NOAA record 475947 ↗Flash flooding occurred in the southwest corner of Zion National Park, with the most dramatic rises along the Virgin River. The gauge on the Virgin River at Laverkin Creek rose from 92 cfs to 1084 cfs in one hour.
NOAA record 475948 ↗Flash flooding occurred in the Pine Valley area following a heavy thunderstorm. Five homes experienced basement flooding, with water as deep as 6 inches. Many roadways in the area had debris across the road, and a few roads sustained damage from the flood waters.
NOAA record 475949 ↗Widespread flash flooding was once again reported in Zion National Park. Most notably, the East Fork of the Virgin River rose to an estimated 5489 cfs.
NOAA record 475162 ↗Significant and widespread flash flooding was reported across Zion National Park after more than an inch of rain fell over the park. The heavy rain filled culverts, and large rocks were washed onto the main scenic drive, resulting in the road being closed down for a period of time. Many canyons were running very high with water, and the gauge on the North Fork of the Virgin River rose to 3159 cfs.
NOAA record 475159 ↗Significant flash flooding was reported across much of the western side of Zion National Park, including in the Subway area, in Kolob Terrace, and along Taylor Creek in the Kolob area.
NOAA record 475157 ↗Flash flooding occurred along the Fort Pearce Wash, with the gauge near St. George peaking at 4146 cfs.
NOAA record 469646 ↗Major flash flooding was reported in the town of Hildale. In addition, water was flowing across State Route 59, moving six to eight inch rocks onto the road between mileposts 4 and 5.
NOAA record 469644 ↗Flash flooding was reported in Zion National Park, including at the popular canyoneering route called The Subway.
NOAA record 469641 ↗Widespread flash flooding occurred across Zion National Park. Canyons that were flooded included Heath, Pine, Spry, and Keyhole. The Emerald Pools were also flooded, and the Scenic Road had three areas where sand covered the road, requiring plows to remove the sand.
NOAA record 469881 ↗Flash flooding occurred along North Creek, with the downstream river gauge at Virgin rising to 626 cfs.
NOAA record 469885 ↗Washington City once again experienced flash flooding, and again it was the Coral Canyon subdivision that was hit the hardest. At least 6 basements experienced flooding, with as much as six inches of water flowing into those homes. Homes in a nearby trailer park also experienced some exterior damage, as flood waters flowed along the outside of the homes, but no interior flooding occurred.
NOAA record 471797 ↗Flash flooding occurred in the town of Hurricane after a heavy thunderstorm. Water was running through town along Gould Wash, and at least 10 homes were damaged due to flood waters.
NOAA record 471821 ↗Flash flooding occurred in Hildale, with three feet of water on Canyon Street, making the road impassable.
NOAA record 469861 ↗Flash flooding occurred in Zion National Park, with the largest reported flash floods in Mystery Canyon and the Narrows. A group of people became stranded in Mystery Canyon during the flood, and had to be rescued by park rangers.
NOAA record 469820 ↗Flash flooding occurred in the town of Washington, with flooding beginning along Washington Drive and Interstate 15, and then spreading into the Coral Canyon subdivision. Two homes were especially impacted, with flood waters moving into their backyards. Using water pumps, the fire department was able to keep the flooding from entering one of the homes, but they were unable to keep waters from flow
NOAA record 471734 ↗Flash flooding occurred in Hildale, with widespread standing water across the town.
NOAA record 469801 ↗Flash flooding was reported in Zion National Park, including in the Subway and all of the headwaters of North Creek.
NOAA record 469654 ↗Heavy rain caused flash flooding in Washington, resulting in the evacuation of two homes. The homes experienced minor damage from the flood waters, and most of the damage across town was to yards and other outdoor areas.
NOAA record 471332 ↗Flash flooding occurred in the town of Hildale, closing down the main road through town.
NOAA record 469684 ↗An extended period of moderate to heavy rainfall occurred in southwest Utah on the morning of September 11th, during which 3.24 inches of rainfall was measured in Ivins, Utah. In nearby Santa Clara, an earthen dike (called the Laub Dike) burst, releasing all of the water in the associated retention pond. This water and mud flowed into nearby homes and businesses, damaging both public infrastructur
NOAA record 415005 ↗Flash flooding was reported in multiple locations across Zion National Park, including in the Narrows. The North Fork of the Virgin River rose from 52 cfs to 1004 cfs in one hour. Large waterfalls coming off of cliffs closed numerous hikes and temporarily stranded hikers.
NOAA record 414225 ↗The Beaver Dam Wash experienced a flash flood, with the reading on the gauge along the wash increasing from 96 cfs to 4367 cfs in one hour.
NOAA record 414222 ↗Flooding was reported over the bridge where old US Highway 91 crosses the Santa Clara River. This flooding caused the road to be closed for a few hours in the late morning and early afternoon.
NOAA record 414226 ↗Multiple drainages southeast of the Pine Valley Mountains experienced flash flooding.
NOAA record 411020 ↗A large flash flood occurred in the Subway portion of Zion National Park, as well as a few other surrounding drainages. Due to this flood, 22 people in 6 different groups were stranded in the Subway overnight. Two additional people were stranded overnight in Behunin Canyon.
NOAA record 411147 ↗Flash flooding was reported along the North Fork of the Virgin River and in the Narrows. The river gauge at the North Fork of the Virgin went from 53 to 1054 cfs in one hour.
NOAA record 411143 ↗Estimated rainfall amounts of 1.5 to 2 inches fell over southern Washington County, causing flash flooding around parts of Hildale.
NOAA record 411013 ↗After an estimated 1.25 inches of rain fell over Zion National Park, flash flooding was reported in Spry Canyon, Pine Creek Canyon, and Echo Canyon. The heavy rainfall also caused rocks to fall onto State Route 9, between the switchbacks and the tunnel, which impacted traffic through the park.
NOAA record 411011 ↗Flash flooding occurred along La Verkin Creek on the evening of August 1st, with significant rises in the water level. At the same time, a 2-year-old girl was noticed missing from her home in the city of La Verkin, which was close to the creek. The girl passed away when she drowned in the Creek, and her body was found a couple hours after she had been reported missing.
NOAA record 411159 ↗Multiple drainages across Zion National Park experienced significant flash flooding. The North Fork of the Virgin River was included, with the gauge there increasing from 59 cfs to 1433 cfs in two hours.
NOAA record 405563 ↗Flash flooding was reported adjacent to Rockville, Utah, flowing into the Virgin River.
NOAA record 405533 ↗The St. George RAWS recorded a maximum wind gust of 62 mph.
NOAA record 403685 ↗Flash flooding occurred on the Fort Pearce Wash, with the gauge along the wash indicating that the flow quickly increased to 935 cfs.
NOAA record 403702 ↗Flash flooding occurred in multiple small canyons in Zion National Park, including Telephone Canyon.
NOAA record 403703 ↗The Fort Pearce Wash experienced a large flash flood, with flows in the wash increasing from zero to 8049 cfs.
NOAA record 405473 ↗Flash flooding was reported in some drainages near Hurricane, Utah.
NOAA record 405492 ↗A thunderstorm dropped enough hail on Hurricane, Utah to cover the ground, with an estimated maximum hail size of 1 inch in diameter.
NOAA record 403698 ↗Moderate sized tree branches were downed by thunderstorm winds in La Verkin, Utah.
NOAA record 403699 ↗Numerous drainages within Zion National Park experienced flash flooding, most notably La Verkin Creek and Spry Canyon.
NOAA record 405486 ↗The Beaver Dam Wash experienced a flash flood, with flow in the wash increasing from zero to 1244 cfs.
NOAA record 405467 ↗Major flash flooding occurred in St. George, Utah, as heavy rain fell over the area for nearly an hour. The rain overwhelmed many of the storm drains across the city, with manhole covers popping up in a few locations, including Main Street. Water rose as high as three or four feet on some streets, and several drivers were stranded in their cars with water up to their windows. A few small landslide
NOAA record 405465 ↗Multiple slot canyons in Zion National Park experienced flash flooding.
NOAA record 403701 ↗Flash flooding was reported in the Subway, a popular slot canyon in Zion National Park.
NOAA record 403491 ↗Flash flooding occurred in many locations of Zion National Park, with floods reported over a large portion of the southern half of the park. Pine Creek and Spry Canyon both experienced large floods, with water in Pine Creek reportedly 6 to 7 feet high. Large rocks and other debris impacted some of the roads around the park. In addition, many of the smaller drainages that flow south to Rockville ex
NOAA record 347929 ↗Heavy rain over the Fort Pearce Wash caused flash flooding along that drainage, with the measured flow at the gauge going from 0 cfs to 763 cfs in a single hour.
NOAA record 347926 ↗Flash flooding was reported in Zion National Park along the East Fork of the Virgin River, with the gauge along this river rising to 1665 cfs.
NOAA record 347922 ↗Large flash floods were reported in Pine Creek and Clear Creek in Zion National Park, with flowing water as much as 7 to 8 feet deep.
NOAA record 347920 ↗The Utah Department of Transportation reported a flash flood near Rockville, with water flowing across State Route 9.
NOAA record 347916 ↗A trained spotter observed a tornado west of Apple Valley, Utah. The weak tornado was short-lived and caused no damage; tall grasses in the area were disturbed, but nearby bushes and trees remained undamaged.
NOAA record 346603 ↗A visitor in Zion National Park reported a flash flood between Mountain of the Sun and the Twin Brothers. The flash flood was very short-lived.
NOAA record 334592 ↗Flash flooding in Zion National Park stranded visitors along the North Fork of the Virgin River, specifically in the Orderville Canyon area.
NOAA record 338287 ↗Strong thunderstorm winds caused significant damage to a barn near Washington, Utah. Parts of the barn blew across the road, damaging power lines along the way.
NOAA record 287606 ↗Heavy rain caused widespread significant flooding across Washington County. Rainfall and significantly increased river flows began on December 19th, with many rivers and streams around Zion National Park and St. George near bankfull. Reports of road flooding began on December 20th. SR-9 was closed in Zion National Park due to flooding between the tunnel and Mt. Carmel Junction, and flooding and ro
NOAA record 275462 ↗Two 17 year old males were struck by lightning just outside Snow Canyon High School in St. George. The two boys were waiting for a ride home shortly after school let out; they took shelter from the rain under a nearby tree, where lightning struck and injured them both. CPR was performed at the site, and they were both in critical condition when they reached a hospital in Las Vegas, but both surviv
NOAA record 265375 ↗Flooding was reported across Zion National Park, including in the Oak Creek and Emerald Pools areas.
NOAA record 266014 ↗Yet another flash flood occurred on the North Fork of the Virgin River, which brought rocks and debris into the Upper Narrows and created dangerous conditions in that area.
NOAA record 258034 ↗Flash flooding occurred in portions of Zion National Park and the surrounding area, including in North Creek, Deep Creek, and the North Fork of the Virgin River. An increase in flow of over 500 cfs was measured at the Virgin River gauge.
NOAA record 258031 ↗Flash flooding occurred in Oak Creek Canyon in Zion National Park, with multiple waterfalls forming over the rim of a plateau near the canyon.
NOAA record 258033 ↗Flash flooding occurred in the early morning hours along the North Fork of the Virgin River, with the gauge there rising from 92 cfs to 1378 cfs in one hour.
NOAA record 257993 ↗Heavy rain at the headwaters of the Fort Pearce Wash, with an estimated total of over 3.5 inches of precipitation, caused flash flooding along the wash. The travel time to St. George was over 6 hours. The Fort Pearce gauge rose from zero to 680 cfs. The golf course attendant at St. George indicated the flood was the greatest he had seen in 6 years.
NOAA record 257651 ↗Flash flooding in Zion National Park occurred in Keyhole Canyon and Pine Creek Canyon, a technical slot canyon.
NOAA record 253115 ↗Houses and basements were flooded in both Santa Clara and Ivins. In addition, the water flowing over Santa Clara Drive was 1 foot deep and 40 feet wide.
NOAA record 252367 ↗Multiple power lines were reported down in Santa Clara.
NOAA record 252319 ↗Local law enforcement reported one inch diameter hail in Santa Clara.
NOAA record 252317 ↗Heavy rain fell on the Mill Flat burn scar near New Harmony, causing a debris flow and flash flooding in New Harmony. The flooding emanated primarily from Pinto Creek, and to a lesser extent, from Main, Dam, and Straight Canyons.
NOAA record 252328 ↗Heavy rain caused flash flooding in multiple slot canyons and high travel areas in Zion National Park. These areas included Lodge Canyon, Pine Creek Canyon, Spry Canyon, Clear Creek, and Highway 9. Three hikers were caught in the Spry Canyon flood and went over two cliffs, the first of which was 40 feet high, and the second 60 feet high. All three men survived the ordeal.
NOAA record 252277 ↗Thunderstorms in Hurricane, Utah damaged two twenty year old trees, with an ash tree being snapped and a plum tree being uprooted. In addition, a building along the street of 600 North received roof damage.
NOAA record 241745 ↗Isolated severe thunderstorms formed with the system, with the St. George AWOS recording a maximum wind gust of 58 mph, and the St. George RAWS recording a wind gust of 59 mph.
NOAA record 221199 ↗The St. George AWOS recorded a wind gust of 59 mph, caused by a thunderstorm in the area.
NOAA record 135418 ↗Flash flooding was reported in the town of New Harmony. Radar estimates of rainfall over the area averaged around 4 inches for the day, with estimates as high as 7 inches.
NOAA record 133178 ↗A flash flood occurred in Quail Creek, above I-15 near Hurricane. Rainfall amounts estimated by radar were as high as 2.9 inches in many areas.
NOAA record 133151 ↗Park rangers in Zion National Park reported flooding in Hop Canyon.
NOAA record 133130 ↗Heavy rain from a thunderstorm caused flash flooding in Snow Creek Canyon. This drainage eventually flows into the Santa Clara River.
NOAA record 133070 ↗Heavy rain caused a large flash flood on North Creek flowing out of Zion National Park. Flows increased on the Virgin River, north of the town of Virgin, from 54 cfs to 2562 cfs.
NOAA record 133064 ↗Fort Pierce Wash rose to 1097 cfs within one hour.
NOAA record 128146 ↗Heavy rain caused a flash flood of Virgin River near Bloomington, with a rise from 29 cfs to 1129 cfs.
NOAA record 127427 ↗Zion Park Rangers observed a flash flood at the headwater areas of the Narrows region of the North Fork of the Virgin River. A rise from 50 cfs to 558 cfs was measured at the North Fork.
NOAA record 127309 ↗Flash flooding occurred in the town of Ivins, damaging one home. In addition, numerous roads were closed due to the flooding.
NOAA record 127305 ↗Zion Park Rangers reported that two hikers were stranded along Taylor Creek in the Kolob Canyon section of the park due to a small flash flood. Radar estimated 1.0 to 1.5 inches of rain in the area.
NOAA record 127302 ↗Heavy rainfall caused the North Fork of the Virgin to rise from 42 to 143 cfs, and nearby campgrounds were flooded.
NOAA record 127303 ↗The St. George AWOS recorded a 74 mph wind gust associated with a thunderstorm.
NOAA record 76964 ↗The Virgin River went from 137 cfs to 2591 cfs from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m.. Zion National Park Rangers reported flooding of the Virgin River and its tributaries through much of the day.
NOAA record 78764 ↗In far southern Utah, thunderstorms developed from this system. The St. George AWOS recorded wind gusts associated with one of these thunderstorms of over 61 miles per hour on three straight observations, at 855, 915, and 935 MST.
NOAA record 69363 ↗Widespread flash flooding occurred in the headwaters of the North Fork of the Virgin River throughout Zion National Park.
NOAA record 68330 ↗Rangers at Zion National Park reported flash flooding in areas of the park.
NOAA record 68187 ↗The Virgin River rose from 85 cfs to 3755 cfs over the course of 4 hours.
NOAA record 59355 ↗Santa Clara peaked at 1176 CFS at noon MDT and 2269 CFS at 5 pm MDT; there was little or no flow prior to this rainfall.
NOAA record 59354 ↗Lava Point at 8000 feet received 1.70 inches of rainfall from 9 am to 5 pm. Other reports of 1.75 inches to near 2 inches of rain were reported across Washington County.
NOAA record 59356 ↗Widespread flash flooding occurred in canyons that empty into Zion Canyon. Kolob Creek was spilling over its banks in spots.
NOAA record 59353 ↗Flash flooding was reported in Telephone Canyon and a few smaller slot canyons. An observer reported that the north fork of the Virgin River at the Narrows was near bank full.
NOAA record 59352 ↗The Santa Clara river rose to around 650 CFS within 1 hour.
NOAA record 55569 ↗Most slot canyons in Zion NP were reported to have significant runoff from heavy rain in the morning with 0.63 inches of rain in 3 hours and a storm total of 1.52 inches. There was also 0.88 inches of rain at Lava Point in 3 hours with a storm total of 1.16 inches.
NOAA record 55570 ↗Mud and water damaged 12 homes in Ivins, with a storm total of 1.77 inches of rainfall.
NOAA record 55568 ↗A bridge was washed out north and west of town of Gunlock Bridge, and a bridge to the south of town was still standing, but considered unsafe for travel. Three homes were flooded.||Damage estimates were based on media reports (3 homes and 1 bridge).
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