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Photos: Frigid winds create unique ice formations at Bear Lake

Photos: Frigid winds create unique ice formations at Bear Lake

Mike Anderson, KSL-TV  |  Posted Jan. 24 - 6:18 a.m.

A combination of strong winds and frigid temperatures created some unique sights at Bear Lake Thursday, and you won't have to battle any crowds to see them.
Where is the snow? Why Utah valleys remain on pace for below-average snowfall

Where is the snow? Why Utah valleys remain on pace for below-average snowfall

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 22 - 3:20 p.m.

A rare winter storm has turned the South into an unlikely winter wonderland this week, giving cities like New Orleans more snow in a day than Salt Lake City has received all season.
Southern Utah leaders call on prayers for rain, as state warns of possible water 'challenges'

Southern Utah leaders call on prayers for rain, as state warns of possible water 'challenges'

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 5:05 p.m.

Washington County Commissioners are calling on residents to continue to reduce water consumption and pray for rain, as unfavorable water conditions persist in southwest Utah and some of the state's other basins.
A polar vortex is coming toward the US. Here's how it will impact Utah

A polar vortex is coming toward the US. Here's how it will impact Utah

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 17 - 12:05 p.m.

Parts of Utah are on the "very western fringe" of a cold front that will bring in air from the Arctic, meaning some snow but also much colder temperatures.
2024 was Utah's second-warmest year on record. These counties broke records

2024 was Utah's second-warmest year on record. These counties broke records

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 15 - 6:18 a.m.

Ten counties, including Salt Lake and Washington, broke average temperature records last year, which was a scorcher across the U.S.
Advisories issued as snow returns to northern and central Utah

Advisories issued as snow returns to northern and central Utah

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 10 - 4:23 p.m.

Utah's next storm could bring some valley snow in Utah's northern half and up to a foot of snow in high-elevation areas like the upper Cottonwood canyons.
Drought, 'abnormally dry' conditions remain in Utah to start 2025. Here's why that matters

Drought, 'abnormally dry' conditions remain in Utah to start 2025. Here's why that matters

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 7 - 6:22 a.m.

Dry conditions before this year's snowpack could impact snowmelt efficiency, but some parts of the state are struggling to collect snowpack to begin with.
Wind advisories issued in Utah with storm forecast to create downslope winds

Wind advisories issued in Utah with storm forecast to create downslope winds

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 6 - 8:42 p.m.

A small storm passing through the state on Tuesday may cause some road snow, but the bigger issue could be the strong wind gusts that it may create.
Mild to 'wild': Record warmth in Utah on Friday to give way with next snowstorm

Mild to 'wild': Record warmth in Utah on Friday to give way with next snowstorm

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 3 - 9:04 p.m.

Record-breaking warmth across the Wasatch Front will give way to potential valley snow on Saturday, while an advisory was also issued for mountain areas.
After series of storms, here's what Utah's snowpack looks like heading into 2025

After series of storms, here's what Utah's snowpack looks like heading into 2025

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Jan. 1 - 7:15 a.m.

Utah's snowpack received a nice jolt ahead of the unofficial halfway point in the snowpack collection season, but it's a different story across regions to start 2025.
Utah reservoirs average 75% full; St. George area abnormally dry

Utah reservoirs average 75% full; St. George area abnormally dry

Alex Cabrero, KSL-TV  |  Posted Dec. 29 - 10:41 a.m.

While the warm weather might feel nice in southern Utah, it's coming at a price for the reservoirs in the area.
Climate anxiety: Moving past worry to action

Climate anxiety: Moving past worry to action

Emma Pitts, Deseret News  |  Posted Dec. 28 - 5:48 p.m.

You can add worry about climate change to the list of things vexing teens and young adults who are already stressed over the cost of college and food and housing and myriad other issues.
Warning continues as post-Christmas storms produce strong rain, snow totals in Utah

Warning continues as post-Christmas storms produce strong rain, snow totals in Utah

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 27 - 12:28 p.m.

Utah has already benefitted from storms between Wednesday and Thursday, but more moisture is on the way through Monday.
Avalanche warning issued in Utah as 'very dangerous' conditions emerge from storm

Avalanche warning issued in Utah as 'very dangerous' conditions emerge from storm

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 27 - 8:41 a.m.

Utah Avalanche Center officials issued a backcountry avalanche warning covering backcountry areas in Utah County through southeast Idaho.
Who gets a white Christmas? Incoming storm to deliver more snow in Utah

Who gets a white Christmas? Incoming storm to deliver more snow in Utah

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 23 - 7:01 p.m.

Many Utahns could wake up to a white Christmas this year — or at least cleaner air.
Utah water managers remain hopeful for 'near-normal' snowpack after slow start

Utah water managers remain hopeful for 'near-normal' snowpack after slow start

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 17 - 3:08 p.m.

A trio of storms that slammed into Utah over the past week has helped some snowpack levels, but state water managers say that this season is still off to a slow start.
Storm snaps Utah's dry December — and there's more snow on the way

Storm snaps Utah's dry December — and there's more snow on the way

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 13 - 4:02 p.m.

A storm that passed through Utah's northern half on Friday performed better than expected, and a winter weather advisory is now in place for another one on the way.
Wasatch Front inversion to persist into the weekend, but air quality relief in sight

Wasatch Front inversion to persist into the weekend, but air quality relief in sight

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 6 - 6:17 a.m.

The Wasatch Front continues to face poor air quality due to a temperature inversion, but a cold front coming Utah's way is expected to improve conditions by the end of the weekend.
Meteorological winter is here. What's in store for Utah this season?

Meteorological winter is here. What's in store for Utah this season?

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Dec. 2 - 3:04 p.m.

Long-range forecasts offer no clear signal when it comes to Utah precipitation this winter, but that's par for the course with the conditions setting up over the Pacific Ocean.
'This was a good storm': How much snow, rain Utah got before Thanksgiving

'This was a good storm': How much snow, rain Utah got before Thanksgiving

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 27 - 3:03 p.m.

Many parts of Utah received strong snow totals from what was the largest storm of the season, so far.
Warnings, advisories issued in Utah ahead of pre-Thanksgiving winter storm

Warnings, advisories issued in Utah ahead of pre-Thanksgiving winter storm

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 25 - 6:59 p.m.

A storm arriving Monday night could deliver well over a foot of snow in Utah's mountains over the next few days and could potentially disrupt Thanksgiving holiday travel.
Advisory issued as Utah taps into atmospheric river moisture this weekend

Advisory issued as Utah taps into atmospheric river moisture this weekend

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 22 - 8:38 p.m.

Utah isn't forecast to receive as much rain and snow as the Pacific Coast has received this week, but the first of two storms has prompted a winter weather advisory for this weekend.
Advisories issued as lake-effect snow could impact some of Utah's Tuesday commutes

Advisories issued as lake-effect snow could impact some of Utah's Tuesday commutes

Carter Williams, KSL.com  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 4:35 p.m.

Meteorologists say lake-effect snow could produce more slick roads across parts of the Wasatch Front and Wasatch Backcountry on Tuesday.
Slippery roads are expected with morning storm

Slippery roads are expected with morning storm

Michael Houck, KSL-TV  |  Posted Nov. 18 - 8:20 a.m.

Forecasters predicted a wet Monday morning in Utah.
These Utah ski resorts are now open

These Utah ski resorts are now open

Dennis Romboy, Deseret News  |  Posted Nov. 16 - 10:11 a.m.

Brighton Ski Resort opened Thursday ahead of a snowstorm expected to bring as much as 10 inches of powder to the Cottonwood Canyons over the next two days.