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Flooding in Emery County Displaces Residents

By Utah News Staff · September 1, 2026 · 1 min read
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In a report published August 30, multiple homes and roadways were flooded in Emery County on Aug. 29, leading to the displacement of several residents.

Key takeaways

  • Flooding in Emery County on Aug. 29 displaced several residents.
  • Orangeville experienced significant flooding affecting homes, apartment buildings, parks, and roads.
  • A Red Cross shelter was set up at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Orangeville.
  • Sandbag distribution information will be provided via the Emery County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.

Multiple homes and roadways were flooded in Emery County on Aug. 29, displacing several residents, according to a August 30 report.

Orangeville was especially hard hit by the flooding. Photos shared online showed multiple parks, roads, and parking lots completely under water, along with multiple homes and apartment buildings.

The Emery County Sheriff's Office announced that a Red Cross shelter was established at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints meetinghouse in Orangeville for any displaced residents.

Information regarding sandbag distribution will be shared through the Emery County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.

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