See it: Utah city forced to evacuate immediately as dangerous flash flooding inundates the region
The typically dry region was transformed by the heavy rainfall, with floodwaters turning streets into rushing waterways.
Rapid flash flooding swamps Hurricane, Utah, in muddy water
Flash flooding inundated parts of Hurricane, Utah, on Thursday, as heavy rain sent a powerful surge of muddy water through neighborhoods and roadways.
THE TAKEAWAY:
- Life-threatening flash flooding inundates Hurricane, Utah.
- Residents living near Gould Wash were forced to evacuate immediately.
- City officials issued a Proclamation of Local Emergency to address the ongoing flooding.
Evacuation orders were issued for residents in Hurricane, Utah, on Thursday as life-threatening flash flooding slammed the city.
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Residents living near Gould Wash were forced to evacuate immediately as floodwaters inundated the area.
Hurricane experienced substantial flooding after more than an inch of rain fell in 12 hours. (Paul Canfield / FOX Weather)
The typically dry region was transformed by the heavy rainfall, with floodwaters turning streets into rushing waterways.
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"Hurricane City crews and emergency response partners have been actively responding to significant flooding and related infrastructure damage throughout the community," Hurricane City Emergency Services said in a press release.
City officials issued a Proclamation of Local Emergency on Thursday to address the ongoing flooding and assess the damage.
Residents living near Gould Wash were forced to evacuate immediately due to the flash flooding. (Paul Canfield / FOX Weather)
According to city officials, the flooding has already impacted 80 residential homes and 50 recreational vehicles at Willow Wind RV Park.
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In addition, bridges, culverts, public roadways and electrical power boxes were damaged or destroyed across the city.
Flash flooding slams Hurricane, Utah, prompting emergency declaration
Flash flooding inundated Hurricane, Utah, on Thursday, forcing evacuations and prompting city officials to issue an emergency declaration.
"Mud and debris covering roadways, along with potential impacts to utility infrastructure, have created public safety concerns and may disrupt essential services," Hurricane City Emergency Services said.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox addressed the flooding on social media, saying, "We are closely monitoring the flash flooding in Hurricane. Our hearts are with the families whose homes and livelihoods have been impacted."
The intense flooding comes as severe storms swept through the region beginning Wednesday.
Hurricane experienced substantial flooding after more than an inch of rain fell in 12 hours, an unusually heavy amount for the typically dry region, according to the FOX Forecast Center.
Dangerous flash flooding engulfs Hurricane, Utah
Flash flooding damaged homes, roads and critical infrastructure in Hurricane, Utah, after more than an inch of rain fell in just 12 hours.
Emergency officials are urging residents to remain alert, use caution around flooded areas, and follow posted road closures, detours and instructions from emergency personnel.
Residents should not enter flooded roadways or areas where water, mud, debris or infrastructure damage may pose a hazard.
Check back for updates on this developing story.