PROVO, Utah – Treacherous road conditions in Provo Canyon led to multiple vehicles sliding off the roadway and into the river below, according to the North Fork Fire Department.
Authorities have confirmed that at least two vehicles ended up in the river, though additional accidents have also been reported due to the slick conditions. However, details remain limited, and it is unclear if there have been any injuries. Officials are continuing to assess the situation.
Road Closures and Travel Delays
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has closed SR-92 to eastbound traffic at mile marker 24 and restricted westbound traffic at mile marker 27. Drivers are urged to find alternative routes and expect significant delays while traveling through the canyon.
The severe weather has impacted roads statewide, with UDOT warning of slushy, icy, and dangerous conditions. A mix of rain and snow has been falling across Utah’s mountain roads, worsening driving conditions.
Storm Expected to Continue
Meteorologists anticipate that the storm will persist through Thursday evening, lasting into Friday before moving out of the region.
“By midnight Thursday, most areas will transition to all snow as temperatures drop,” UDOT stated. “However, precipitation will become more scattered and less widespread by then.”
Routes Impacted by the Storm
UDOT has identified several highways and mountain passes where drivers may experience hazardous travel, including:
- Interstates: I-15 (Scipio Summit, Beaver Ridge, Cedar City to Blackridge Canyon), I-80 (Parleys Canyon to the Wyoming border), I-84 (Weber Canyon to Echo Junction), I-70 (from I-15 Junction to Clear Creek Summit, Salina Canyon)
- Highways: US-40 (Daniels Pass to Pinion Ridge), US-6 (Spanish Fork Canyon, Soldier’s Summit), US-89 (Logan Canyon, Sardine Summit, Mt. Pleasant)
- State Routes: SR-92 (Provo Canyon), SR-190 (Big Cottonwood Canyon), SR-210 (Little Cottonwood Canyon), SR-31, SR-36 (Boulter Summit), SR-143, SR-153, SR-20, and several others
Safety Recommendations for Drivers
Commuters are advised to use extreme caution on the roads, reduce speeds, and allow extra travel time. If possible, drivers should leave early and avoid high-elevation routes where snow and ice are creating especially treacherous conditions.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation, and updates will be provided as more details emerge .
