Scattered thunderstorms developed across Utah during the first week of August, bringing strong, gusty winds to primarily northern Utah, and flash flooding to southern Utah.

Thunderstorm Wind in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 01-AUG-16 19:15:00 to 01-AUG-16 19:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: BLOOMINGTON
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

A 59 mph wind gust was recorded at the St. George Airport AWOS.

Thunderstorm Wind in TOOELE, UTAH
From 02-AUG-16 14:35:00 to 02-AUG-16 14:35:00 (MST-7)
Location: WENDOVER AF AUX ARPT
Magnitude: 61.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: AWOS

The Wendover Airport AWOS recorded a peak wind gust of 70 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in TOOELE, UTAH
From 02-AUG-16 17:05:00 to 02-AUG-16 17:05:00 (MST-7)
Location: (DPG)MICHAEL AAF DUG
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

The Simpson Springs sensor in the Dugway Proving Ground mesonet recorded a peak wind gust of 59 mph.

Thunderstorm Wind in SALT LAKE, UTAH
From 02-AUG-16 17:50:00 to 02-AUG-16 17:50:00 (MST-7)
Location: DALTON
Magnitude: 51.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

A peak wind gust of 59 mph was recorded at the State Route 85 at Dannon Way sensor.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 03-AUG-16 15:08:00 to 03-AUG-16 17:08:00 (MST-7)
Location: ZION LODGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Park rangers in Zion National Park reported flash flooding in multiple locations, including near the Temple of Sinawava and in the Narrows. Several hikers were temporarily stranded in the Narrows until flood waters receded. The North Fork of the Virgin River rose from 53 cfs to 787 cfs due to the heavy rains.

Flash Flood in KANE, UTAH
From 04-AUG-16 16:20:00 to 04-AUG-16 17:20:00 (MST-7)
Location: GLEN CANYON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Flash flooding was reported along Buckskin Wash, the Paria River, and Wahweap Creek.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 03-AUG-16 15:30:00 to 03-AUG-16 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: ZION NATIONAL PARK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Flash flooding occurred along North Creek, with multiple waterfalls reported by Zion National Park rangers.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 03-AUG-16 14:30:00 to 03-AUG-16 16:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: SPRINGDALE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 1.00M
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Heavy rainfall in and around the city of Kanab led to widespread flash flooding across the area. Significant damage occurred at Kanab Elementary, a city park, youth baseball fields, a city swimming pool, a local hospital, and approximately 20 homes.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 03-AUG-16 14:00:00 to 03-AUG-16 15:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: ZION LODGE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Trained Spotter

Flash flooding was reported along Lick Wash and Willis Creek.

Thunderstorm Wind in TOOELE, UTAH
From 02-AUG-16 15:15:00 to 02-AUG-16 15:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: BARRO
Magnitude: 52.00 EG
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

Strong thunderstorm winds blew over a semitruck on Interstate 80 at Milepost 27.

Flash Flood in WAYNE, UTAH
From 03-AUG-16 15:35:00 to 03-AUG-16 18:35:00 (MST-7)
Location: FRUITA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Park rangers in Capitol Reef National Park reported flash flooding along Sulphur Creek and the Fremont River. The Fremont River jumped its banks and flowed over State Route 24 within Capitol Reef National Park.