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Governor Cox Monitors Flash Flooding and Evacuations in Hurricane, Utah

By Utah News Staff · October 22, 2026 · 1 min read
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Governor Cox is monitoring flash flooding in Hurricane, Utah, following a dangerous flood wave that forced evacuations near Gould Wash. Officials have instructed residents to follow all local emergency guidance and evacuation orders.

Key takeaways

  • A dangerous flood wave surged through Hurricane, Utah, on Oct. 22.
  • Evacuations were ordered near Gould Wash and the WillowWind RV Park.
  • Governor Cox is monitoring the flash flooding and supporting impacted families.
  • Residents are advised to follow all local emergency guidance and evacuation orders.

Governor Cox is monitoring flash flooding in Hurricane, Utah, following reports of a dangerous flood wave on Wednesday, Oct. 22. The surge of water threatened homes and RVs, according to reports from Chase Thomason.

A dangerous flood wave surged through Hurricane on Oct. 22, forcing evacuations along Gould Wash as fast-moving water threatened homes and RVs. Officials ordered residents near Gould Wash and the WillowWind RV Park to evacuate.

Governor Cox expressed support for families whose homes and livelihoods have been impacted by the flooding. The Governor also expressed gratitude for first responders working to keep Utahns safe and urged residents to follow all local emergency guidance and evacuation orders.

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