High Wind — Western Unita Mountains, Utah

1996-03-28 to 1996-03-29 · Western Unita Mountains, Utah

Wider weather episode

The previously mentioned cold frontal system also kicked-up strong southerly winds statewide. Generally peak wind gusts were in the 43-59 mph range. Both the St. George Airport and the Eagle Range on the Dugway Proving Grounds measured 59 mph (51 kts) wind gusts for 'tops' in the state. Only minor damage was reported with this storm.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5549735. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.