Utah Floods Newswire

Summer heat fuels wildfires while monsoons trigger severe flood threats as weather whiplash plagues the West

WEST WALLOP: The tale of both sides of extreme weather is on full display across portions of the Western U.S., as a serious fire threat looms in the Northwest, while a surge in moisture and summer heat fuel a flood threat in the Southwest this weekend. As …

Heat warning covers 4 Southern Utah counties; triple digits in St. George, Kanab

Flash flood and thunderstorm warnings have been the norm this summer in Southern Utah. Add to that a heat advisory, which was issued Saturday morning by the National Weather Service. Washington, Iron, Garfield and Kane counties are included in the alert, …

Forest Service determines what sparked Utah’s largest fire so far this year

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Destruction in Beaver has Utah leaders pushing forest management

BEAVER, Utah — The destruction from the Cottonwood Fire and the flash flooding that hit this community has Utah political leaders calling for changes to how forests are managed. On Friday, members of Utah's congressional delegation and Beaver community …

Flash Flooding in Utah Causes ‘Chocolate Waterfall’—See Here

Moab-based adventurer, Sylvan Christensen, recently shared footage of a “chocolate waterfall”—a very muddy fall caused by recent flash floods in parts of Utah. The video shows dangerously fast-moving water and a roaring waterfall in the background. The …

What locals from Beaver, Utah, told D.C. heavyweights amid fires and floods

Beaver's devastating post-wildfire flooding has become a rallying point for state and federal leaders pushing changes to forest management and wildfire prevention. Local residents say restrictive federal permitting and environmental regulations have …

Volunteers needed Saturday morning to help Beaver recover from flooding

BEAVER, Utah (KUTV) — Beaver officials are asking for volunteers to help with flood cleanup efforts this Saturday as the community continues recovering from recent flooding. The volunteer project will focus on exterior property cleanup for homeowners …

St. George News at 5: License plate camera conflict, Pine Valley flood impact and Utah Tech lends a hand

Vermont firefighters return home after assisting with Utah wildfires

Vermont firefighters return home after assisting with Utah wildfires A crew from the Vermont Department of Forests, Parks and Recreation spent the past two weeks assisting on the Cottonwood Fire in Utah, including wildland fire specialist Devin Healy. …

Westerman Surveys Fire Damage in Utah

Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) joined Congressional Western Caucus Chair Celeste Maloy (R-Utah), U.S. Sen. John Curtis (R-Utah), U.S. Rep. Mike Kennedy (R-Utah), U.S. Rep. Burgess Owens (R-Utah) and the …

Flash flood, severe weather alerts issued across Cottonwood Fire burn scar, Beaver County

The Cottonwood Fire burn scar and east central Beaver County are under a flash flood warning as water levels and debris flow are increasing on North Creek. Webcams in Beaver Canyon show blackish-brown water strewn with debris flowing rapidly.  " …

'No hesitation': Utah Tech athletes rally to help clean up Beaver storm damage, fill sandbags

Utah Tech University sports teams recently put together a plan to help the city of Beaver recover from area flooding in just 24 hours.  Rod Zundel, the university’s director of broadcasting and multimedia content, said he spoke to the university’s athletic …

Commentary: Before we spend millions on flood control in South Dakota, let’s remember thousands of years

Twenty-seven years ago, the federal government reached a startling conclusion about one of South Dakota’s most unusual watersheds. After years of research, the Northern Great Plains Water Resources Research Center concluded that soil surveys indicated the …

Mississippi Forestry Commission pair return home after responding to 97,458-acre Utah wildfire

Mississippi Forestry Commission welcomes 2 home after they battled massive wildfire in Utah JACKSON, Miss. —Two members of the Mississippi Forestry Commission have returned home after battling a massive wildfire in Utah. Kevin Craft, an outreach officer, …

Utah Governor Declares State of Emergency in 3 Counties After Catastrophic Flooding

Gov. Spencer Cox (R-Utah) declared a state of emergency on July 22 for three central and southern Utah counties as flash flooding tore through communities already devastated by one of the state's worst wildfire seasons in recent memory. The executive …

Tombstones displaced, graves damaged as flooding impacts Wanship Cemetery

WANSHIP, Utah — Heavy rains that pummeled large portions of Utah this week have caused severe damage across the state, including the Wanship Cemetery, where dozens of tombstones that marked graves are now displaced. The Wanship Info and Happenings Facebook …

Long after floods, Beaver residents will remember how community came to help

BEAVER, Utah — In the days after flooding devastated parts of Beaver, what's stood out is how the community has responded, with people working sunup to sundown, knocking on doors, leaving work, all asking the same question: what do you need? Somehow, …

August forecast favors more monsoonal moisture across Utah, Great Basin

August 2026 precipitation forecast. Photo: NOAA PARK CITY, Utah — Park City has seen over two inches of rain in the past 10 days from recent monsoons delivering strong evening storms, and more may be coming next month. The NOAA Climate Prediction Center’s …

State of emergency declared in southern Utah counties affected by wildfires, floods

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox declared a state of emergency in Beaver, Piute and Sevier counties Wednesday following destructive wildfires and severe flooding. The declaration activates Utah’s Emergency Operations Plan, allowing the state to deploy additional …

Silverthorne Water Damage Company Nominated for Best of Summit

Kinder Restoration Services, serving Summit County since 1992, earned two nominations in the annual Summit Daily News readers choice awards SILVERTHORNE, CO, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kinder Restoration Services, a …

O'Danny Boy Builders Expands Roofing Services Across Various States

O'Danny Boy Builders expands roofing operations into additional U.S. markets, improving access to residential and commercial roofing services. BURR RIDGE, IL, UNITED STATES, July 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the increasing …

Cooling Centers and Resources

Published: Jul 24, 2026 High temperatures are impacting Californians across the state, with some areas experiencing significantly higher-than-average conditions. The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services encourages residents to visit their …

Tucson Homeowners Urged to Inspect Windows Ahead of Monsoon Season.

Elite Windows, Tucson’s premier window company, explains how to double check that your windows are ready for Tucson's upcoming monsoon season. TUCSON , AZ, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As monsoon season approaches …

WaterStep, GALMOBILE and WorldServe International Announce Global Collaboration to Advance Mobile Water Solutions

LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Louisville-based nonprofit WaterStep, GALMOBILE of Israel, and WorldServe International of Springfield, Missouri, today announced a new collaboration to connect advanced mobile …

California Moves Firefighting Resources Into Place Ahead of Increased Wildfire Risk

Published: Jul 23, 2026 With hot, dry and windy conditions in the forecast, Cal OES is placing additional firefighters and equipment in Los Angeles County. These prepositioning efforts help local fire departments respond more quickly if a wildfire starts. …

Instant Connect Enterprise™ (ICE) wins three-year contract as a tactical voice solution of the U.S. Army

Instant Connect Enterprise™ (ICE) is pioneering a new era of tactical communications for the U.S. Army, delivering connectivity from the edge to home station. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When every second …

DRONERESPONDERS Celebrates Milestone of 15,000 Active Members, Advancing the Future of Public Safety Innovation

A growing force in public safety UAS, DRONERESPONDERS continues to expand access to training, resources, and collaboration worldwide. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- DRONERESPONDERS, the world’s leading …

Read All About It Publishers Releases Lance Luke’s Book on AI Data Centers

Lance Luke examines the energy, water, construction, zoning, and community impacts behind the rapid growth of AI infrastructure. HONOLULU, HI, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Read All About It Publishers announced the release of ' …

When the Storm Comes, La Raza Stands Together: Brickaveli Calls for Disaster Unity and Remembers Those Behind the Walls

Brickaveli urges la raza to prepare, unite and protect every life during disasters—including neighbors, elders and those behind prison walls. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- At a disaster-preparedness meeting, …

Loke G and Brickaveli Voice the Unheard: Radio and Community Could Be Houston’s Greatest Lifelines During Disaster

Storm readiness starts before the forecast turns deadly: keep a radio, know 211 and 311, and build a village that protects the vulnerable. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When electricity fails, cellphone towers …

Meet the People Who Show Up in a Disaster: San Mateo County's Disaster Preparedness Day, August 1

Annual, multilingual, all-ages event brings residents together with first responders for live demonstrations, hands-on workshops, and two program firsts REDWOOD CTIY, CA, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- San Mateo County will …

Ampion Group Strengthens Leadership Team with Appointment of Chelsy Bell Carpenter as VP of Business Development

Growing demand for Ampion’s appraisal, dispute resolution, Auto RTA, and specialty claims services drives strategic investment in leadership and growth TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ampion Group, a leading …

NightRide Thermal to Exhibit Vehicle-Mounted Thermal Solutions at Police Fleet Expo 2026 in Orlando

BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NightRide Thermal, the leading American manufacturer of vehicle-mounted thermal imaging solutions for law enforcement and public safety, today announced it will exhibit at Police …

FUERTE: A Professional Lightning Arrester Factory Delivering Integrated Electrical Protection Solutions

FUERTE operates a specialized lightning arrester factory and provides end-to-end Fuerte Solution services for global power distribution and industrial clients. YUEQING, ZHEJIANG, CHINA, July 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The reliability of power …

Being Prepared for Wildfire Season

It’s wildfire season … and the Golden State is no stranger to wildfires. Every year, Californians are reminded that preparedness is something that should be important to everyone. Using your time wisely now can make all the difference when every second …

Governor Newsom highlights robust investments in fire prevention and cutting-edge firefighting technology to combat ...

Since 2019, the state has significantly expanded its firefighting force by investing in personnel, equipment, and training to protect communities from increasingly severe wildfires and extreme weather events. Under the Newsom administration, California’s …

Olympus Insurance Wins 2026 Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Awards

Florida homeowner insurer recognized with multiple awards, highlighting the company's commitment to an exceptional workplace experience. JACKSONVILLE , FL, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Olympus Insurance Company has been …

Merit Restorations Strengthens Northern Virginia Presence with Acquisition of Winchester-based GearClean

New Winchester location and experienced local team enhance emergency response across Northern Virginia and the surrounding region PURCELLVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Merit Restorations today announced the …

Southeast Quartz Expands Professional Quartz Machining Services for Semiconductor Sector

LIANYUNGANG, JIANGSU, CHINA, July 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Why do high-purity quartz parts in semiconductor manufacturing sometimes fail prematurely even when the raw material is of the highest quality? The answer often lies in the post- …