Another in a series of winter storms impacted the region early to mid March, resulting in widespread snow accumulation primarily throughout Utah's high terrain. High winds were observed in many locations. An avalanche related fatality is also noted within the time period of this storm.

High Wind in UTAH VALLEY, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 23:40:00 to 10-MAR-23 17:50:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 68.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Several hours of high winds were observed throughout the Utah Valley, with the US-6 @ Eureka mesonet sensor recording a peak gust of 78 mph at 12:40 am, with several other gusts in excess of 58 mph throughout the time period. The Flight Park South mesonet sensor also recorded several gusts in excess of 58 mph.

High Wind in WASATCH BACK, UTAH
From 10-MAR-23 11:40:00 to 10-MAR-23 20:20:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 63.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Several hours of high winds were observed throughout the Wasatch Back, with the US-189 at Deer Creek Dam mesonet sensor recording a peak gust of 72 mph at approximately 6:30 pm. Other mesonet sensors including Trappers Loop Road and Aerie  recorded gusts in excess of 58 mph throughout the time period.

High Wind in CACHE VALLEY/UTAH PORTION, UTAH
From 10-MAR-23 15:00:00 to 10-MAR-23 17:20:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 59.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Several hours of high winds were observed throughout the Cache Valley, with the Logan-Cache Airport ASOS (KLGU) recording a peak gust of 68 mph between approximately 3:25 pm to 3:50 pm. Other mesonet sensors including US-89 at USU and US-91 at MP 20 Wellsville recorded gusts in excess of 58 mph throughout the time period.

Winter Weather in WASATCH PLATEAU/BOOK CLIFFS, UTAH
From 08-MAR-23 19:20:00 to 08-MAR-23 19:40:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Snow Squall. Visibility dropped to 0.25 miles with a peak wind gust of 32 mph at 7:30 pm MST at the Soldier Summit mesonet site. The weather sensor also reported heavy precipitation (snow) at that time.

Heavy Snow in WESTERN UINTA MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Brown Duck, Chalk Creek #2, and Trial Lake recorded 1.2 to 2.8 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 13 to 32 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SOUTHERN MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 20:00:00 to 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Harris Flat, Jones Corral, and Big Flat recorded 1.1 to 2.9 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 12 to 34 inches of snow.

Winter Weather in UTAH VALLEY, UTAH
From 08-MAR-23 17:50:00 to 08-MAR-23 18:20:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Snow Squall. Visibility dropped to a minimum of 0.2 miles with a peak wind gust of 44 mph at 6:00 pm MST at the US-6 at Eureka mesonet site. A peak snowfall rate of around 2.25 inches per hour was also noted.

Winter Storm in WASATCH MOUNTAINS SOUTH OF I-80, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 22:00:00 to 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Atwater, Snowbird, and Timpanogos Divide recorded 1.8 to 3.1 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 21 to 32 inches of snow. In addition, many mesonet sensors including Deer Valley - Empire Peak and Sundance - Arrowhead recorded wind gusts in excess of 75 mph. A peak gust of 96 mph was recorded at the Hidden Peak mesonet sensor at approximately 3:15 am.

Avalanche in WESTERN UINTA MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 15:21:00 to 09-MAR-23 15:25:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

A group including two guides, eleven clients, and two snowcat operators were in the Western Uinta Mountains for backcountry skiing. For their final run, the group ascended to the top of a point in the Upper Weber Canyon approximately 10400 feet in elevation with a southeast aspect and slope angle of around 37 degrees. After one guide and two skiers descended, a third skier began descending and fell part way down. A fourth skier began their descent, with the avalanche subsequently releasing at approximately 3:21 pm. The avalanche caught the third and fourth skier, carrying them downhill and fully burying them. A guide called for medical and search and rescue aid, and began searching for the buried skiers. One skier was found buried around 5 feet deep, but was breathing and alert when uncovered. The skier was fully excavated and then transferred via air ambulance to a local hospital. Some time later, the transceiver signal for the second buried skier was located. The skier was found buried upside down around 6 feet deep, not breathing, and with no pulse. The skier was pronounced dead approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes after the avalanche.

Winter Storm in WASATCH MOUNTAINS I-80 NORTH, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 22:00:00 to 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Tony Grove Lake, Farmington, and Ben Lomond Peak recorded 1.8 to 3.1 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 19 to 26 inches of snow. In addition, many mesonet sensors including Peter Sinks Rim, Crow Mountain, and Sherwood Hills recorded wind gusts in excess of 75 mph. A peak gust of 98 mph was recorded at the Logan Peak mesonet sensor at approximately 3:00 pm.

Heavy Snow in CENTRAL MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 20:00:00 to 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Box Creek, Pickle Keg, and GBRC Meadows recorded 1.1 to 3.8 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 12 to 44 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in WASATCH PLATEAU/BOOK CLIFFS, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 23:00:00 to 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Corral, Daniels-Strawberry, and Mammoth-Cottonwood recorded 1.7 to 3.3 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 17 to 38 inches of snow.

High Wind in SALT LAKE VALLEY, UTAH
From 10-MAR-23 00:00:00 to 10-MAR-23 19:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 65.00 MG
Property damage: 3.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Several hours of high winds were observed throughout the Salt Lake Valley, with the DW6120 Sandy (personal weather station) mesonet sensor recording a peak gust of 75 mph between 1:00 am to 1:15 am. Other mesonet sensors including the Salt Lake City International Airport ASOS (KSLC), U of U William Browning Building, and I-215 at Olympus Cove recorded gusts in excess of 58 mph throughout the time period. Additionally, reports were received of a tree uprooted and blocking Johnstone Drive in Sandy, a tree uprooted near Bangerter Highway and 4100 S, and a tree uprooted in Draper. Rocky Mountain Power reported approximately 3500 people without power in Sandy, Cottonwood Heights, and the surrounding areas.

Winter Storm in GREAT SALT LAKE DESERT AND MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 09-MAR-23 20:00:00 to 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 10.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

High elevation SNOTEL stations including Mining Fork and Rocky Basin-Settleme recorded 1.5 to 2.3 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 18 to 24 inches of snow. Many lower elevation mesonet sensors including Lakeside Mountain and I-80 At Mp 68 West Delle recorded wind gusts in excess of 58 mph, with a peak gust of 71 mph recorded at the I-80 at Grassey mesonet sensor at approximately 5:20 pm. Additionally, a camper trailer was reported to have blown over on I-80 at MP 81 at approximately 1:45 pm MST 3/10 with no reported injuries.

High Wind in TOOELE AND RUSH VALLEYS, UTAH
From 10-MAR-23 02:00:00 to 10-MAR-23 20:00:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 71.00 MG
Property damage: 12.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

Several hours of high winds were observed throughout the Toole and Rush Valleys, with the I-80 at MP 79 Timpie mesonet sensor recording a peak gust of 82 mph at 5:40 pm. Other mesonet sensors including I-80 at MP 81 Dolomite, SR-112 @ MP 6 Utah Avenue, and SR-201 at I-80 recorded several gusts at or in excess of 60 mph throughout the time period. Additionally, a report was received of a semi blow over on I-80 at MP 77 around 3:00 pm MST, with no injuries noted.