Another winter storm brought gusty winds and accumulating snow to much of Utah in the middle of March. Precipitation combined with snowmelt also resulted in flooding, mostly in southern Utah, including noted fatalities in a popular slot canyon.

Flood in KANE, UTAH
From 13-MAR-23 00:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 23:59:00 (MST-7)
Location: ADAIRVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Fire Department/Rescue

A group of hikers went on a three day trip to Buckskin Gulch and were set to return Sunday night. Family members reported them missing Monday morning when they did not return as scheduled. A search began shortly thereafter and one of the hikers was found alive Monday evening and was taken to a hospital via helicopter. The search broke off early Tuesday morning but resumed during the day Tuesday. On Tuesday evening the body of one of the other hikers was found and the third was found Wednesday afternoon. While the search was being conducted for this group of hikers, two other groups of hikers also signaled for help, bringing the total of people rescued from Buckskin Gulch to 11. The conditions were found to be treacherous in the canyon due to high water from snowmelt that has accumulated in the canyon. Given the narrow nature of the canyon in places, it takes a relatively small amount of accumulation of water to make the canyon impassable. Additionally, the location of the canyon allows water to flow into it from the south (from Arizona) as well as from the north (with origins in the vicinity of Bryce Canyon). Recent heavy rains from the ongoing atmospheric river event also hampered rescue efforts.

Heavy Snow in WESTERN UINTA MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 06:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Beaver Divide, Brown Duck, and Redden Mine LWR recorded 1.1 to 1.6 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 12 to 18 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in WASATCH PLATEAU/BOOK CLIFFS, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 06:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Huntington Horse, Mammoth-Cottonwood, and Timberline recorded 1.4 to 2.0 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 15 to 22 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in SOUTHERN MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 08:00:00 to 16-MAR-23 01:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Big Flat, Brian Head, and Sunflower Flat recorded 1.3 to 2.0 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 14 to 22 inches of snow.

Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 07:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 19:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: TOQUERVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reported flooding in addition to video showing that Ash Creek was flowing outside of bankfull levels. An additional photo showed Ash Creek at the top of Blackridge at exit 36 was underwater.

High Wind in TOOELE AND RUSH VALLEYS, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 15:20:00 to 15-MAR-23 02:40:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 57.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

A peak wind gust of 66 mph was recorded at the SR-201 at I-80 mesonet site at 2:40 am 3/15, with an additional gust of 58 mph noted at 3:20 pm 3/14. The SR-36 at MP 49 Stockton Bar and Grantsville South mesonet sensors also recorded gusts at or in excess of 58 mph within the time period.

High Wind in SALT LAKE VALLEY, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 20:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 01:05:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 54.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

A peak wind gust of 62 mph was recorded at the Marina mesonet site at 12:30 am 3/15. Additionally, a gust of 58 mph was recorded at the DW6120 Sandy (personal weather station) mesonet site at 10:00 pm 3/14, and a gust of 59 mph was recorded at the Beach mesonet site at 1:05 am.

Heavy Snow in WASATCH MOUNTAINS I-80 NORTH, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 05:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 16:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

SNOTEL stations including Tony Grove Lake and Farmington recorded 1.8 to 1.9 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 20 snow.

Heavy Snow in WASATCH MOUNTAINS SOUTH OF I-80, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 05:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 16:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Mill-D North, Atwater, and Snowbird recorded 1.8 to 2.9 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 20 to 32 inches of snow. Additionally, observers at Brighton reported approximately 2.3 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in 20 inches of snow.

Heavy Snow in CENTRAL MOUNTAINS, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 06:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 17:00:00 (MST-7)
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: SNOTEL

Several SNOTEL stations including Pickle Keg, Seeley Creek, and GBRC Meadows recorded 1.1 to 1.8 inches of snow water equivalent, resulting in approximately 12 to 19 inches of snow.

High Wind in UTAH VALLEY, UTAH
From 14-MAR-23 18:50:00 to 15-MAR-23 04:40:00 (MST-7)
Magnitude: 58.00 MG
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Mesonet

An initial peak wind gust of 67 mph was recorded at the US-6 @ Eureka mesonet site at 6:50 pm 3/14, with subsequent gusts between 58 mph and 61 mph noted thereafter. Additionally, a wind gust of 58 mph was recorded at the Lake Mountain mesonet site at 4:40 am 3/15.

Flood in BOX ELDER, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 11:00:00 to 15-MAR-23 23:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: PENROSE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 30.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Broad areas of sheet flooding were observed in the greater Tremonton area due to rain on snow. Roads in communities near the Sky Way Golf Course in Tremonton were noted to be under several inches of water, with several homes impacted. Water was also reported to be overflowing the banks of the Malad River and Bear River.

Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 14:15:00 to 16-MAR-23 02:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: BLOOMINGTON
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public video showed flooding from the Virgin River at Man O War Road, with a bike trail underwater as a result.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 08:50:00 to 15-MAR-23 14:50:00 (MST-7)
Location: ZION NATIONAL PARK
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Park/Forest Service

Zion National Park reported multiple waterfalls and high flows at various locations throughout the park associated with ongoing rainfall.

Debris Flow in DUCHESNE, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 06:50:00 to 15-MAR-23 09:50:00 (MST-7)
Location: FRUITLAND
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 1.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Department of Highways

UDOT reported a debris flow / mudslide over US-191 near MP 262, resulting in road closure for cleanup.

Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 15:10:00 to 16-MAR-23 03:10:00 (MST-7)
Location: PINTURA
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Law Enforcement

Law enforcement reports and social media photos showed water flowing over South Old Highway 91 in New Harmony at Ashcreek Reservoir.

Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 19:10:00 to 16-MAR-23 07:10:00 (MST-7)
Location: HURRICANE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Public

A public video showed water flowing over South 1150 West in Hurricane from Gould Wash.

Flood in UTAH, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 20:00:00 to 16-MAR-23 08:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: ALPINE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 40.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

Heavy rain on the lower elevation snowpack resulted in multiple houses being inundated, with one basement filling with water while occupied. Time estimated.

Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 16-MAR-23 07:00:00 to 16-MAR-23 19:00:00 (MST-7)
Location: (SGU)ST GEORGE MUNI
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Official NWS Observations

Several photos and videos were received of the Virgin River with flooding impacts outside of its banks. The Virgin River peaked at 16.4 ft at the Virgin River Near Bloomington, UT gage at 8 am.

Flash Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 09:15:00 to 15-MAR-23 15:15:00 (MST-7)
Location: ROCKVILLE
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: State Official

Hilldale Dispatch reported multiple low-lying road closures due to high flows on Short Creek.

Flood in WASHINGTON, UTAH
From 15-MAR-23 15:30:00 to 16-MAR-23 03:30:00 (MST-7)
Location: IVINS
Flood cause: Heavy Rain / Snow Melt
Property damage: 0.00K
Crop damage: 0.00K
Reported by: Broadcast Media

A family of 5 was hiking in Snow Canyon State Park and was stranded by a flooded wash due to the combination of precipitation and snowmelt. The family needed to be rescued via a swift water rescue.