Governor Spencer Cox has declared a state of emergency because of flooding in southern Utah. The declaration, issued late Tuesday, covers the flooding in Grand, Emery and Wayne counties.
The National Weather Service is warning of the potential for strong thunderstorms and flash flooding in central and eastern Utah on Thursday into Friday \u2014 with the possibility of lightning.
A National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) is being promoted by the Utah Division of Emergency Management for homeowners that reside in flood-prone areas. This program has been designed to assist those that may be affected by floods and flood damage, working to provide quick recovery following a natural disaster. The NFIP is a nationwide initiative
It’s wildfire season in Utah but a new poll shows only a little more than half of U.S. residents have an emergency preparedness kit and 1 in 10 residents have ignored evacuation orders issued due to wildfires. That information comes even as eastern and central Utah is on tap for strong lightning-filled thunderstorms.
In mid-June, the announcement was made that the Utah Division of Emergency Management is working with the Governor's Office of Outdoor Recreation on a campaign that promotes the Utah Search and Rescue Assistance (USARA) program. USARA cards are available for Utah residents, as well as visitors, that enjoy the multitude of recreational areas and opportunities