Flash Flood — Kane, Utah

2024-07-21 · near Adairville, Kane, Utah

Event narrative

The Paria River near Kanab river gage showed a rapid rise from minimal flow to a peak flow of 409 CFS. Flooding was also confirmed by an observer along the Paria River with supporting pictures and documentation.

Wider weather episode

A largely ridge-dominated pattern persisted, resulting in anomalously warm temperatures. These hot temperatures resulted in at least one instance of a heat related fatality. Despite the strong ridge, enough moisture continued to work into the area and help in the development of diurnal convection, some of which resulted in flash flooding over more rain sensitive areas.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1192726. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.