August 29th, 11:19 PM
— 6:15 AM
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...Apache, Coconino, Navajo, Yavapai and northern Gila
counties.
* WHEN...From Sunday afternoon through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry
washes, swimming holes, and over recently burned areas. Raging
killer currents will be possible in side canyons and narrow slot
canyons. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Numerous to widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected
across much of central and northern Arizona on Sunday and Monday,
including the overnight hours Sunday night. These storms will
have the potential to produce heavy rainfall, which could lead to
flash flooding.
- Additional information is available at weather.gov/flagstaff.
August 29th, 9:36 PM
— 12:45 PM
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.
* WHERE...A portion of Utah, including the following areas, Castle
Country, Central Mountains, Eastern Juab/Millard Counties, San
Rafael Swell, Sanpete Valley, Sevier Valley, Bryce Canyon Country,
Capitol Reef National Park and Vicinity, Glen Canyon Recreation
Area/Lake Powell, South Central Utah, Southern Mountains, Upper
Sevier River Valleys, Western Canyonlands, Lower Washington County
and Zion National Park.
* WHEN...Through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
creeks, streams, dry washes, slot canyons, and other low-lying and
flood-prone locations such as slickrock areas and recent burn scars
including Widemouth 2, Cottonwood, Monroe Canyon, Forsyth, and
other recent burn scars. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and
urban areas.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Deep moisture will continue to support thunderstorms with heavy
rainfall across the watch area through Monday evening,
particularly during the afternoon and evening. Some areas,
particularly across the Sanpete and Sevier Valleys as well as
Castle Country, have already seen heavy rainfall and will be even
more prone to flooding given saturated soils.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Natural Bridges National Monument
The park now accepts only mobile or electronic payments for entrance & camping fees. You can reserve campsites and buy entrance passes on Recreation.gov, or only use debit/credit cards to pay in person.
Natural Bridges National Monument
Smoking is allowed only inside cars or at paved areas devoid of vegetation. Fires are only allowed in designated fire grates in developed campgrounds & picnic areas. Fireworks are never permitted. Propane stoves are allowed.
Rainbow Bridge National Monument
Rainbow Bridge docks will be moved to deeper water on Monday, August 25. This change means easy dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Check Lake Powell Resorts for the status of tours to the bridge.
Rainbow Bridge National Monument
At current lake levels, Rainbow Bridge docks do not reach the land. Dock-to-trail access to Rainbow Bridge will not be available until water levels rise again. Restrooms at the dock will remain open. Check the link for current lake information.
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Prohibited by this order: Possessing, discharging, or using any kind of firework or other pyrotechnic device. 36 CFR §261.52(t)Operating or using any internal or external combustion engine without a spark arresting device properly installed, maintained and in effective working order as described…
Manti-La Sal National Forest
This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.
Manti-La Sal National Forest
A new Ferron Ranger District Closure Order (#04‑10‑26‑02‑04) for the Black Canyon Fire will take effect on Friday, August 28, 2026. This updated temporary closure—issued for public safety—applies to portions of the Ferron Ranger District and will remain in place through September 28,…
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect for the Manti-La Sal National Forest starting Friday, August 28, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. through October 31, 2026 (Order #04-10-26-00-05) unless rescinded.
Manti-La Sal National Forest
The Babylon Burn Area and Road Closure Order #04-10-26-05-06 is rescinded. Babylon Fire area on the Monticello Ranger District previously impacted by fire is open as of 8/20/2026.
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions for Manti-La Sal National Forest Friday, July 17, 2026Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are now in effect for the entire Manti-La Sal National Forest starting Friday, July 17, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. through October 31, 2026 unless rescinded. This applies to the Ferron, Price,…
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Ferron/Price & Sanpete Ranger DistrictsProject Activity Level (PAL) For Operational Period: 8-29-2026 at 4:00PM, through 8-30-2026 at 4:00PM PAL Moderate: Normal Fire Precautions, Regardless of Red Flag WarningDuring Moderate Fire Danger regardless of Red Flag Warning, the Project Activity…
Manti-La Sal National Forest
Joes Valley Campground will be closed from Wednesday Oct 8, 2025, through August 7, 2026. The campground will undergo a significant upgrade and renovation during that time. Due to recent weather conditions, crews have been unable to complete the final chip‑and‑seal phase of the campground…