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Thunderstorm and Flash Flooding Continues

Aug 19, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Ashley National Forest announced Wednesday the closure of Rock Creek Road due to debris flow and work to clear it will begin once the rain stops. “Under current conditions and with more rain expected it poses a safety hazard for equipment operators to begin at this time,” shared the announcement.

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Homeless Shelter Plans On Hold in Moffat County

Aug 19, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Moffat County Commissioners are stopping plans to turn the old Furniture Galley into a homeless shelter after learning the funding from the CARES Act limits their control over the shelter. According to a report in the Craig Press, the Commissioners met Tuesday and approved sending a letter regarding their concerns.

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Monsoon Moisture Returns; Warnings Issued for Uintah Basin

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

It's going to be an active couple of days in the forecast with monsoon moisture returning to the area. National Weather Service reports that an approaching Pacific Northwest low pressure system and monsoonal moisture will produce cooler temperatures, widespread thunderstorms, and showers. “Expect gusty winds, heavy rain, and localized flooding with these storms.

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TriCounty Health Expresses Appreciation For Local Support

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

TriCounty Health Department is extending their thanks for the efforts made locally to provide the public with information and support as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. In a press release issued on Monday, TriCounty Health pointed to Davis Food and Drug as an example of following CDC guidelines and joining the mission of providing information, offering vaccination services, and promoting overall health.

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K-12 Broadband Grant Funds Still Available

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

Uintah School District wants the public to know it still has funds available to help provide broadband internet access for students enrolled in district programs who do not otherwise have broadband internet at home or do not have adequate broadband internet speeds at home.

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Utah Conservation Corps Member Assists DWR In ‘Night Trawls’

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

DWR Fisheries Biologist Ryan Mosley had some excellent help last week on Flaming Gorge Reservoir while performing night trawls. Thanks to a partnership between the Forest Service and Utah State University, Utah Conservation Corps members, like Hunter Gahley, are able to work in Forest Service positions during the busy summer season.

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Earl Douglass’ Family Visits Dinosaur National Monument

Aug 18, 2021 · Basin Now · News

A trip to Dinosaur National Monument is special no matter who you are but one family this week had the added bonus of connecting with their roots while there. Multiple generations of the Iverson family enjoyed a visit to the Monument and were able to take pictures in the same locations as historic photos of Earl Douglass over 100 years later.