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St. George just broke its all-time record for the most precipitation during a water year, which is measured from October to October.
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Utah state law requires government officials in Salt Lake County to create a shelter overflow plan for the winter. The state will review Salt Lake County’s plan and decide whether to approve it.
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New research shows that the long-term trend of warmer winters and less snow has made Utah’s streamflow more sporadic. And researchers say Utahns should prepare for it to keep getting worse.
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Salinity is an indicator of the Great Salt Lake’s health. During the historic low last year, salt levels were so high lake life was at risk.
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On top of overtime for plow drivers, already a scarce commodity, Utah cities had to pony up for equipment repair and for road salts.
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Scientists say nearly half of the American West has emerged from drought following a winter marked by heavy snow and several massive rainstorms.
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Reducing the amount of lawn around the home and opting for water-wise plants can help Utah keep the strides it made dealing with the drought, says a BYU grass expert.
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Between road closures and interlodge orders, there’s a bigger impact than not just being able to ski at Alta or Snowbird.
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Crackling concrete and earth emptied in the Jordan River in Utah County are prompting concerns, but the Jordan River Commission executive director says erosion is a natural part of the water cycle.
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Utah’s avalanche risk still persists with the record snowpack, warming temps and more snow in the forecast.
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A lot of agricultural routines are based on meteorlogical spring and past dry conditions. Utah’s record snow is welcome, but farmers have a schedule to keep.
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What’s the reason behind the rate surge? A number of unusual factors in the West combined to put a bigger dent in pocketbooks.