Thunderstorms give drivers a reason to be more cautious with wet road conditions

SALT LAKE CITY — Thunderstorms making their way through Utah on Tuesday caused wet road conditions for drivers throughout the Wasatch Front.

Heather Kelly with the KSL Traffic Center said the roads looked like a river on traffic cameras between Woods Cross and 1100 North in Salt Lake City.

Tuesday’s weather forecast

The National Weather Service said to expect heavy rain with the potential of flooding in some areas.

“There is also a chance of gusty winds and small hail, particularly later in the day,” the NWS said.

Driving on wet roads

The Utah Department of Transportation asks people to slow down and not to slam on their brakes when it’s raining to avoid hydroplaning.

“Increase your following distance. Wet roads can affect your braking distance,” UDOT said in a 2024 Facebook post.