Utah Department of Public Safety  Emergency Management - Utah
Hazards - UH Index  floodBecause of its varying climate and
terrain, Utah can experience a variety of disasters. Wildfires
can strike during the hot, dry summer months and severe storms
during the winter season can blanket parts of the state, causing
power outages and increasing avalanche danger. Despite these
risks, there are steps each citizen can take to ensure they are
prepared for a variety of disasters. This section will provide
you with information about how to protect yourself from a
variety of disasters, including flooding, tornadoes, wildfires,
drought, debris flows, landslides, earthquakes and terrorist
attacks.  For more information about a specific hazard and how
to deal with it, click on the appropriate name below.