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Signs advising visitors to stay back from the rushing, high waters of the Ogden River.

Ogden’s rising water concerns

Brisa Odenthal, News Editor June 6, 2023

Unprecedented snowfall during the 2022-23 winter season has also led to worries regarding flooding, as the snow on the mountains begins to move down into the cities. As the weather begins to warm up, the...

A partially submerged tree in the raging Weber River as seen from the Centennial Trail in Riverdale, Utah.

Utah está en aguas turbulentas

Daniela Imbrett, Traductor April 13, 2023

El estado de Utah ha tenido un año récord de nevadas esta temporada de invierno. Sin embargo, con toda la nieve, muchos funcionarios y residentes de Utah han estado preocupados por la probabilidad de...

A partially submerged tree in the raging Weber River as seen from the Centennial Trail in Riverdale, Utah

Utah is in high waters

Brisa Odenthal, Reporter April 13, 2023

The state of Utah has had a record-breaking year for snowfall this winter season. With all of the snow, however, many Utah officials and residents have been concerned about the likelihood of flooding as...

Severe air pollution causes smog, making one country shut down schools and move to virtual classes because of the air quality. Photo credit: Pixabay

Do you know your news? Nov. 16

Joshua Kamp November 15, 2021

1. What European country raised its terrorism threat warning to its second-highest level on Nov. 15 after a bomb in a taxi exploded outside of a hospital?a. U.K.b. Francec. Spaind. Greece2. Three people...

Weekend flood damages multiple floors of Tracy Hall

Weekend flood damages multiple floors of Tracy Hall

Colton Pack February 27, 2018

Over the weekend, a water line break occurred on the fourth floor of the Tracy Hall Science Center. The flood caused damage to the fourth, third and second floors of the building. On Feb. 26,...

A sign directs people to the Writing Center and DELC, which were moved due to the flooding. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

Repairs underway after Elizabeth Hall pipe break

Ryan Marion January 25, 2018

A main water line near Weber State University’s Elizabeth Hall broke in the early morning on Jan. 22, flooding classes on the first floor and offices on the second.First floor classes were moved...

Shepherd Union flooding damage remains unknown

February 10, 2015

The total damage caused by the water filter flood in the Shepherd Union on Thursday remains unclear. Utah Disaster Kleenup and Weber State University facilities are working together to determine the...

Burst pipe causes flooding at WSU

July 11, 2013

During construction on Weber State University's underground service tunnels, a fire line burst on the west side of the Shepherd Union Building, resulting in a huge pool of water, which left WSU personnel...

New water feature prevents floods

August 25, 2011

A new addition to Weber State University has recently been finished. Right outside of the pay lot near the Kimball Arts building is a new water feature. Most people assume that it is a waterfall, but looks...

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