First published 9/18/2026, 10:03:15 PM · Last updated 9/18/2026, 10:03:15 PM

Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:38PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

National Weather Service (NWS) Salt Lake City issued a Special Weather Statement on 2026-09-18 at 3:38 PM MDT. The alert advises of a weather-related situation for the Salt Lake City, Utah area; the statement text and specifics are not provided in the supplied source fields.

Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 3/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 5/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 4/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

Why it matters

Special Weather Statements can indicate hazardous or disruptive weather (e.g., storms, high winds, heavy precipitation) that may affect public safety, travel, and outdoor activities in the Salt Lake City area. Recipients in the region should consult the full NWS statement for details and follow local guidance.

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Special Weather Statement issued September 18 at 3:38PM MDT by NWS Salt Lake City UT

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