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Governor Cox issued an urgent request for residents to follow evacuation orders and avoid flooded riverbanks. The directive comes as catastrophic flooding is expected along the San Juan River, creating a potentially life-threatening situation in southeastern Utah.
Key takeaways
Governor Cox urged immediate compliance with evacuation orders.
Emergency teams are coordinating with local partners to support affected areas.
A flood warning for the San Juan River was in effect until 6 a.m. MDT Tuesday.
Catastrophic flooding in southeastern Utah was described as a potentially life-threatening situation.
Governor Cox urged residents to follow evacuation orders immediately and stay away from flooded roads and riverbanks according to an October 25 statement. The directive was issued as emergency teams began coordinating with local partners to protect lives and support affected areas.
A flood warning was in effect until 6 a.m. MDT Tuesday for the San Juan River. This warning accompanied reports of expected catastrophic flooding, creating a potentially life-threatening situation across southeastern Utah.
