Salt Lake City, UT – Utah is preparing for a significant weather event on Saturday afternoon as critical fire weather conditions are expected in the central Utah Mountains and Color Country Mountains. The National Weather Service (NWS) in Salt Lake City has issued a warning for isolated to widely scattered dry thunderstorms, which could create dangerous fire weather conditions.
According to the NWS, the risk level is classified as minor but poses significant threats due to erratic winds and gusts exceeding 40 mph. These conditions increase the potential for fires to spread rapidly. Residents are urged to follow local fire restrictions and exercise caution with campfires, fireworks, and any activities that could ignite fires.
The temperature forecast for Salt Lake City indicates extreme heat, with highs reaching 104°F on Thursday, 103°F on Friday, and 103°F on Saturday. The hot and dry conditions are expected to persist into early next week, with temperatures slightly dropping to the mid-90s by Monday.
