Salt Lake's Snowy Surprise: A Small Storm with Big Questions

A small storm is set to brush past Salt Lake on Wednesday, but don't expect a winter wonderland. Forecasters say this storm is more of a light dusting than a major snow event. The National Weather Service's Salt Lake City office shared that the storm might not even reach the valley floor. Even in higher areas like the upper Cottonwood canyons, only 2-to-3 inches of snow are expected.Drivers in the Salt Lake Valley should still be cautious. There's a chance the storm could affect roadways, especially during the afternoon. Lisa Verzella, the observations program leader for the National Weather Service's Salt Lake City office, mentioned that reduced visibility could be an issue. However, she also noted that any snowfall likely won't last long, even if it overlaps with rush hour. The storm was first spotted around noon on Wednesday, with snowfall beginning to touch Johnson Pass at 6, 500 feet of elevation in Tooele County. This storm is a reminder that weather can be unpredictable, and even small storms can have an impact.