Oct 7, 2025 - News

Salt Lake City declares emergency after record rain floods homes

Kim Bojórquez

Photo illustration of Erin Mendenhall with lines radiating from her. — Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall. Photo illustration: Axios Visuals; Photo: Michael Reaves/Getty Images

Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall declared a 30-day state of emergency Monday night after record-setting rainfall over the weekend caused significant flooding.

State of play: More than two dozen homes and public property were impacted on the city's westside near 2000 West and 800 North after a drainage canal overflowed into backyards and spilled into the street, KSL TV reported.

Context: The order grants city officials more flexibility to request aid, buy materials and partner with other government agencies to help residents affected by the flooding.

It also allows the city and residents to seek federal relief.

By the numbers: Salt Lake City tallied nearly 2.5 inches of rainfall Saturday — the city's second-rainiest day recorded since 1901, per the National Weather Service.

Of note: Impacted residents can find updates and resources online.

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