Author: Kevin Thompson

INDIANOLA, Utah — A 68-year-old man was killed Thursday afternoon in a head-on collision on US Highway 89 near mile marker 293 in Sanpete County, approximately six miles south of Birdseye. According to the Utah Department of Public Safety, the driver of a southbound Chevrolet Tahoe is suspected to have suffered a medical emergency while driving. The vehicle crossed the center line and collided head-on with a northbound semi-truck. The driver of the Tahoe was pronounced dead at the scene. The semi-truck driver, a 62-year-old man, sustained minor injuries. The crash caused the closure of US Highway 89 in both…

Washington County, Utah — The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Washington County, including Snow Canyon State Park and the surrounding Johnson Canyon area. The warning comes in response to heavy rainfall caused by thunderstorms moving through the region. Officials warn that normally dry washes, creeks, streams, and backcountry roads within the park are at risk of flooding. Visitors and residents are advised to exercise caution and avoid low-lying areas prone to sudden flooding. Snow Canyon State Park, known for its scenic red rock formations and narrow canyons, is particularly vulnerable to flash floods due to…