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Gene Kennedy ReportingIt's day two for stormy weather, but luckily no major damage. People have been trying to go about their business as best as they can.
When lawns have to be mowed, they have to be mowed, just put on one of those hazmat looking suits. And if the kids need to get out for a walk, don't let rain stop you. When water came down on the Wasatch today, Utahns went on as if not much changed.
Not everyone was as fortunate, especially late last night.
Bethany Eller, UDOT Spokesperson: "We had to call them, they were with their families. We had to bring them into work."
Bethany Eller is talking about her colleagues at UDOT. Last night's storm caused rocks and debris to slide down hillsides in Big Cottonwood Canyon. Whether going up or down the canyon, motorists were stuck, the road closed all night, and the crews went to work.
Bethany Eller, UDOT Spokesperson: "We had maintenance crews working all night last night to get the roads open for this morning's commute."
By 4 a.m., four hours after the rockslides, they succeeded and no one was hurt. UDOT's hoping it stays that way as we brace for more rain. They are concerned about some hot spots.
Bethany Eller, UDOT Spokesperson: "We're looking at I-80 West. We ask that motorists slow down in those areas."
And be careful on I-15 in Bountiful. The 500 South off-ramp flooded last night. UDOT's hoping it won't look the same on Friday night; those crews could use a little rest.
