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natural-disaster1 year ago

"Rural Utah Dam Crack Sparks Urgent Warning and Evacuation Plan"

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.

natural-disaster1 year ago

"Emergency Evacuation: 60-Foot Crack in Panguitch Dam Sparks Flash Flood Threat"

A 60-foot crack in the Panguitch Lake Dam in Utah has prompted emergency measures to prevent a potential breach, with workers reinforcing the dam and lowering the reservoir to mitigate the risk. Residents of Panguitch have been advised to prepare for evacuation if conditions worsen, as state and local officials work to address the situation. The dam, built in the late 1800s with a top portion added in the 1930s and 1940s, has undergone annual inspections and showed no previous concerns about its structural integrity.