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Heavy Snow in Central and Southwest Mountains, Utah

Heavy Snow February 26, 1997 – February 28, 1997 · Central and Southwest Mountains, Utah

The wider storm

A strong, slow-moving storm system dumped heavy snow on most of the state. The Snowbird ski resort received the most with 38". Generally the mountains received 1-3' of snow. Nephi and Kanab had the most in the valleys with 15". Several small avalanches occurred fortunately with no one being hurt. Numerous traffic accidents and other minor damage occurred.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5602336. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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