BRIAN HEAD, Utah – Utah ski resorts hopes to recover from snow drought it has been facing for the past several weeks with the help of this week’s winter storm. A year ago, snowfall at Utah was about twice the average rate, and resorts were rejoicing in the white stuff, crammed with crowds of tourists swarming the ski slopes. “Definitely that’s a concern in the whole state,” said Brian Head … [Read more...]
Utah forecast: Hazardous Weather follows after little snow
The forecasters warned of a gradually building winter storm in the western two-thirds of Utah through the week ahead. Started on Tuesday, the seven-day advisory, predicted locally light snowfall in evening in the northern mountains and valleys, with some heavier amounts observed in Weber County Tuesday afternoon. Significant amount of snow heap due to winter storm is expected by Thursday, … [Read more...]
Utah Ski Season Off to Strong Start
The ski industry in Utah is receiving a much needed shot in the arm during its early season. Sales of ski passes and reservations at ski lodges are up as the resorts are reaping the benefit of an economy that is slowly improving. The weather has even cooperated, with November building snow on the slopes. Utah ski resort operators also hope that the Sochi Winter Olympics increase enthusiasm for … [Read more...]