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Power lines were snapped in Murray, with multiple large trees uprooted throughout town. Carport and car damage occurred, as did damage to business signs and rooftops.
A report of multiple power poles down with one pole snapped in half on 2200 West was received.
Thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall moved into the Salt Lake Valley in the early morning hours of July 26 and generally persisted for 3-4 hours, producing widespread flash flooding. The highest reported rainfall totals included 2.40 inches in Sugarhouse near Parleys Way, and many locations on the east side of the Salt Lake Valley reported 1.00 to 1.60 rain. The most significant damage occurred at East High School, where flooding caused $2.5 million in damage, with the largest percentage of the damage impacting the athletics department. Flooding was also reported at other Salt Lake City schools including Highland High School, Emerson Elementary, and the Salt Lake Center of Science Education. Another building that was damaged significantly was the Sprague Library, where water poured into the library's basement, damaging books, computers, furniture, and walls. Damage to the Sprague Library totaled $1.5 million. The train track for the TRAX light rail was under a foot of water on 200 West at 1100 South, causing significant delays and forcing UTA to use a bus bridge between stops. Street flooding was also reported at several locations across the city, including major thoroughfares such as Foothill Drive and 3300 South. Temporary power outages impacted about 4,200 customers across the metro area. Damage was reported at 172 total homes across the area. These private damages were primarily minor basement flooding, but 26 homes experienced damage due to overflowing sewer lines, and 3 homes experienced major damage of approximately $35,000 at each of these 3 houses. In total, private damages were estimated to be $1.75 million, while public damages were estimated at $7 million.
Thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall moved into the Salt Lake Valley in the early morning hours of July 26 and generally persisted for 3-4 hours, producing widespread flash flooding. The highest reported rainfall totals included 2.40 inches in Sugarhouse near Parleys Way, and many locations on the east side of the Salt Lake Valley reported 1.00 to 1.60 rain. The most significant damage occurred at East High School, where flooding caused $2.5 million in damage, with the largest percentage of the damage impacting the athletics department. Flooding was also reported at other Salt Lake City schools including Highland High School, Emerson Elementary, and the Salt Lake Center of Science Education. Another building that was damaged significantly was the Sprague Library, where water poured into the library's basement, damaging books, computers, furniture, and walls. Damage to the Sprague Library totaled $1.5 million. The train track for the TRAX light rail was under a foot of water on 200 West at 1100 South, causing significant delays and forcing UTA to use a bus bridge between stops. Street flooding was also reported at several locations across the city, including major thoroughfares such as Foothill Drive and 3300 South. Temporary power outages impacted about 4,200 customers across the metro area. Damage was reported at 172 total homes across the area. These private damages were primarily minor basement flooding, but 26 homes experienced damage due to overflowing sewer lines, and 3 homes experienced major damage of approximately $35,000 at each of these 3 houses. In total, private damages were estimated to be $1.75 million, while public damages were estimated at $7 million.
A microburst occurred near the intersection of Utah State Route 111 and New Bingham Highway in West Jordan, knocking over or snapping a series of power poles. Rocky Mountain Power reported that 37 large transmission poles and 4 smaller distribution poles were damaged and had to be replaced. This temporarily knocked out power to about 3,000 customers, as well as closing State Route 111 for several hours. The downed power lines also dragged a couple of metal poles supporting traffic signals to the ground. Despite the destruction, two sensors very close to the intersection (the SR-85 at Dannon Way sensor and the Trans-Jordan Landfill sensor) only recorded peak wind gusts of 45 mph and 42 mph respectively.
A strong line of thunderstorms moved through the Salt Lake Valley. Recorded wind gusts included 76 mph at the Salt Lake City International Airport FAA sensor, 65 mph at the Salt Lake City International Airport ASOS, and 64 mph at the Baccus/SR-111 sensor. Damage from this thunderstorm included large trees knocked down in the Avenues neighborhood of Salt Lake City, power poles knocked down along I-80 west of the Salt Lake City International Airport, and damage to the Airport fences, hangers, and signs.
A strong line of thunderstorms moved through the Salt Lake Valley. Recorded wind gusts included 76 mph at the Salt Lake City International Airport FAA sensor, 65 mph at the Salt Lake City International Airport ASOS, and 64 mph at the Baccus/SR-111 sensor. Damage from this thunderstorm included large trees knocked down in the Avenues neighborhood of Salt Lake City, power poles knocked down along I-80 west of the Salt Lake City International Airport, and damage to the Airport fences, hangers, and signs.
A roof collapsed due to wind, and there were television reports of 41,000 customers without power.
Numerous power outages occurred across southern Salt Lake County due to flooded transformers. Roads were closed near 5000S 2700W and 7800S 300W with 2 feet deep water on the roads.
Broadcast media reported trees and a power pole down on a vehicle near 600S 180E in Salt Lake City. No damage report was available.
Severe Thunderstorm winds impacted the southern part of Salt Lake County in conjunction with Utah County Storms. Trees up to 12" diameter snapped in Eastr Millcreek. Numerous power poles down southern portion of County. Large trees uprooted in Sugarhouse area. Damage estimate from regional insurance claim estimate.
A gust front moved through the Salt Lake City International Airport with 78 mph (68 kts) gusts recorded at the centerfield sensor. The official gust at the airport from the ASOS sensor was just 54 mph (47 kts). Snapped power polls were reported in North Salt Lake, but no wind speed reports were received there.
Strong thunderstorm winds in Sandy sent a large tree onto several cars, and knocked other trees onto a house and several power lines.
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A fast moving Pacific trough brought a variety of weather to Utah the 15-16th. Severe thunderstorms developed out ahead of a cold front that swept through the state during the afternoon of the 16th. Numerous reports of severe wind gusts were collected. Damage occurred in various locations due to strong winds. No injuries or fatalities occurred...though more than 18,000 residents in teh Salt Lake Valley lost power for much of the evening.Valley rains and mountain snows were significant...with up to a foot of snow falling in the highest peaks of the Uinta and Wasatch ranges.Rainfall totals were: Parrish Creek - 2.40", Farmington - 1.63", South Ogden - 1.57", Fruit Heights - 1.50", Layton Bench - 1.49", Kaysville - 1.28", Salt Lake Upper Avenues - 1.15", Brigham City - 1.04", Ogden Bench - 1.00", and Salt Lake International Airport - 0.96".
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Clearfield power outage due to a vehicle crashing into power pole Wednesday
A car hit a power pole in Clearfield, making the road close and power out for hours.
Power restored after outage affects up to 62,000 in San Diego, East County - The San Diego Union-Tribune
SDG&E crews are still trying to determine what briefly knocked out electricity for thousands of customers
Crash leads to power outage for hundreds in Saratoga Springs | KJZZ
Power was out for a portion of Saratoga Springs after police said a car struck a power box.
Power Outage in Saratoga Springs effecting more than 2,000 people
Rocky Mountain Power reported a power outage affecting 2,017 Saratoga Springs citizens Sunday. The company estimates it will be resolved at 8:30 p.m.
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@WasatchSnow Twas raining cats and dogs here on top of a power outage.
@InDawk Shame... I'd take a power outage from the rain to be totally honest. ^^;
There’s a power outage in the whole neighborhood and it looks so creepy outside
@RMP_Utah @DrCanadaDC Tony what the hell. Tell us the power outage is planned.
Frequent power outages in the hood is a real thing. "Scheduled Maintenance" ya ok.
@MissTerriB MAYBE you should get a handle on the power outage that killed 150+ people in February?
Hot damn another power outage. Hope my neighbor loses her shit and blames daybreak again.
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Power outage at home to start the year... fantastic. I didn’t need to work today anyway.
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What is Power Outage?
Power outage (also called a power cut, a power blackout, power failure or a blackout) is a short-term or a long-term loss of the electric power to a particular area.
What Causes Power Outages?
- Severe weather (high winds, lightning, winter storms, heat waves, rain or flooding can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Other damage to electric transmission lines (vehicle accidents, trees, and animals can cause damage to power lines or equipment);
- Repairing, maintenance or upgrades on power lines and equipment.
What are the Top Outage Safety Tips?
- Stay away from the downed power lines, park vehicles in protected areas;
- Unplug appliances and electronics, limit cell phone use to conserve battery life;
- Use portable generators outdoors only, well away from open windows and doors;
- Pack perishable foods into a cooler, keep refrigerator and freezer doors shut as much as possible.
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Salt Lake City, Utah
| City | Salt Lake City |
| County | Salt Lake |
| State | Utah (UT) |
| Country | United States |
| Zip Codes | 84101, 84102, 84103, 84104, 84105, 84106, 84107, 84108, 84109, 84110 |
We live in Holiday and have had continual rolling brownouts for the last 2 days. . If only we had windmills, sure that would fix everything with the high winds we continually have. Future looks bleak ever since we we lost our energy independence , thanks quid-pro-jo.
Powers been out since 5 AM Monday morning on 1800 East 3000 S. Lost all the Food in our fridge And freezers, been eating out for over four days breakfast lunch and dinner it’s getting costly. I have several fish tanks my fish are starting to die this is ending up being a very very costly power outage And with the corona I have not been back to work in months and can’t afford All of this. Anybody know If there’s gonna be any type of assistance and if so when is it coming? And why are the four lines in my neighborhood still on the streets
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