"Rural Utah Dam Crack Sparks Urgent Warning and Evacuation Plan"
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The Panguitch Lake Dam in Utah has developed a 60-foot-long crack, leading to an emergency situation as excess water floods a nearby creek and poses a threat to the towns of Panguitch and Circleville. Emergency repairs are underway, with workers draining the reservoir and reinforcing the dam with rocks. While officials believe the dam is structurally stable, nearby residents have been advised to prepare for a potential evacuation in case of a breach.
- Water pouring out of rural Utah dam through 60-foot crack, putting nearby town at risk Fox News
- Mitigation efforts have been 'effective' so far at Panguitch Lake, authorities say KSL.com
- WATCH: Officials answer questions, outline evacuation plan after damage to Panguitch dam ABC4.com
- Panguitch residents preparing for potential evacuation, but optimistic FOX 13 News Utah
- Dam Starts to Leak After 60-Foot Crack Sparks Urgent Warning Newsweek
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