Flash Flood — Wayne, Utah

2023-08-11 · near Fruita, Wayne, Utah

Event narrative

Park rangers reported flooding on Sulphur Creek and adjacent drainages. Floooding in Capitol Gorge resulted in a multiday road closure of the Scenic Drive.

Wider weather episode

Flash flooding caused roads within the park to close for several days.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1189173. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.