High Wind Warning Update

You may have received this via email or Facebook - if not, here's an update from earlier this morning:

 

According to the National Weather Service  forecast, winds are now expected to be 30-40 mph sustained with gusts in excess of 60mph and localized gusts in excess of 75 mph possible especially in Davis County.

The strongest wind gusts will occur late tonight through Sunday morning.

Here is the high wind watch that is in effect:

http://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=slc&wwa=high wind watch

Here is a graphic showing the affected area:

http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/FXC/wxstory.php?wfo=slc

If this forecast holds, it will not be as bad as it was in 2011 for most people but we still suggest securing all loose objects and being ready for downed trees, power outages and other problems high winds can cause.  Keep in mind that the actual weather may not be as bad as predicted but, unfortunately, it could also be worse.

In addition to the preparation you have already seen in previous posts, here are some more things you may want to consider:

Confirm that your neighbors know about the possible threat.

Review emergency procedures with family members.
Test generator and chainsaw if you own these items.

Chores and other activities you may have planned that will be limited/impossible if the power is out.

Severe Wind Warning - Saturday, April 30, 2016

We are expecting a strong east wind event that has potential to rival the wind storm of Dec 1, 2011.

As it gets closer we will have a better idea about the impact and timing, but I wanted to get this preliminary information out to you ASAP so you can be ready.  Here is the latest info:

Prolonged Bountiful Wind Impact

·         At least Moderate impact event (99% confidence) of several hours of at least 50 mph winds
·         High impact event likely (85% confidence) of several hours of at least 60 mph winds
·         Catastrophic event possible (50% confidence) of several hours of at least 70 mph winds.  This could be similar to the December 1, 2011 event.
·         Timing: Saturday night through Sunday night, with peak wind speeds Sunday morning and evening
·         More details can be found here:

http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/FXC/wxstory.php?wfo=slc

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sox5d05fn4k

 For updated information on this wind event go to: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/slc/

Here are some general recommendations to prepare for the wind:

• Make sure all loose items such as patio furniture, garbage cans, barbecue grills, sports equipment and trampolines are secured.  Please help any neighbors that might need assistance with this or it might be your house damaged by flying objects.
• Check your emergency equipment and 72 hour kits in case it is necessary.
• Check to make sure you have flashlights or other emergency lighting available in case the power goes out.
• Make sure your communication equipment is charged.
• Goggles (safety or ski goggles) make working in strong winds safer and more comfortable

 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sox5d05fn4k&authuser=1