SALT LAKE CITY — The National Weather Service issued a high wind warning for Utah Valley and Salt Lake Valley Saturday evening, and lightning forced the delays of multiple events.

The department’s Salt Lake City office said wind gusts exceeding 60 mph were possible.

Initially, the warning was issued only for Utah Valley, but was expanded to Salt Lake as severe weather rolled in. Those conditions led to the closure and evacuation of the Redwest Country Music Festival in Salt Lake City.

The warning was set in place until 9 p.m. on Saturday.

Lighting also forced the delay of pregame activities at Rice Eccles Stadium for the University of Utah’s matchup against Arizona State.

“F ans are encouraged to stay where you are and seek shelter. Text UTAH to 78015 for updates,” Utah Athletics s

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