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SALT LAKE CITY, UT – Utah residents are bracing for a significant winter storm that is expected to drop up to 20 inches of snowfall in mountainous areas, with snowfall rates reaching 3 inches per hour at times, leading to multiple winter weather advisories. Is given.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), the advisory covers areas including the Wasatch and Uinta Mountains, the Wasatch Back, the Central Mountains and the northern Wasatch Front. Mountainous areas such as the Cottonwoods may see the heaviest rainfall, while valley areas may see up to 2 inches of rainfall.
The storm’s peak intensity is expected to occur Saturday morning, with heavy snowfall between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m., with snowfall rates between 1 and 3 inches per hour. Wind gusts up to 50 mph are expected to cause blowing snow, reduced visibility and hazardous travel conditions.
Drivers are urged to use caution, especially in areas where traction laws may be enforced. The latest road conditions can be found here UDOT trafficSnowfall is expected to reduce on Saturday evening.
Be prepared for challenging travel conditions as this powerful winter system moves through the area.
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