Tropical Storm Hilary
Tropical Storm Hilary Impacts on Clark County
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Effective Sept. 8, Clark County Manager Kevin Schiller has ended the emergency declaration put in place in anticipation of Hurricane Hilary. With the termination of the emergency, Clark County and the responding partner agencies transition to a recovery structure led by Clark County Management and Emergency Management to repair the damage on Mt. Charleston.
Through the Mt. Charleston Flood Regional Recovery Organization, recovery efforts on the mountain will continue to address the needs of infrastructure, residents, and eventually visitors; and this includes repairing the damage in Old Town, the roads and trails.
Clark County continues to work in partnership with the other responding agencies to assess the damage and total the costs for a possible disaster declaration.
Mt. Charleston, which includes Kyle and Lee Canyons, remains closed to the public.
Termination of Declaration of Emergency
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⚠ Mt. Charleston impact
Response and recovery efforts continue at Mount Charleston.
Water
Work continues in Old Town and around the Echo area to repair damaged water infrastructure. Pending any unforeseen delays, the work remains on track for completion by end of November.
CURRENT WORK PROGRESS
- The LVVWD’s contractor crew has completed installation of two 8-inch diameter pipelines through the wash area along Aspen Ave. This section of work required significant excavation, fill material and concrete work to protect the new pipelines from future storm water flows through the wash area.
- Work will progress west in Aspen Ave toward Ski Chalet Place over the coming weeks.
- The LVVWD’s contractor is now utilizing Aspen Ave as the primary haul route for work related to the two pipeline installations.
- The LVVWD is repairing a leak on the pipeline between Echo and Old Town. Flushing and water sampling from this pipeline will begin by the end of this week; however, additional repairs may be required. This pipeline is a key component to conveying water into Old Town and facilitating pressure tests along Yellow Pine.
- LVVWD personnel is also working at the far west end of Aspen Ave, along the Cockscomb Ridge View Road to reconnect a severed pipeline serving Cathedral Rock.
- Dust control activities will be monitored and adjusted to limit dust.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Drinking water remains available to all Old Town residents via the potable tank located in the neighborhood. Laundry and sanitary facilities remain available at The Retreat on Charleston Peak Hotel.
The LVVWD remains committed to completing all the necessary water system repairs and replacements to restore water service to Old Town as swiftly as possible.
NEXT SCHEDULED UPDATE
The next email update is scheduled for Oct. 2. Email, website and outbound phone calls (as needed) will continue to be used to communicate updates to Kyle Canyon customers.
If you need clarification or have questions, please call 702-822-8543.
Roads
Currently, SR-157 is closed to public access past the junction with SR-158 (Deer Creek Rd). SR-156 is closed at U.S. 95. Parts of each highway are extremely hazardous and only open to residents, emergency vehicles, and utility and construction crews. Residents should limit their trips to essential travel only. SR-158 will remain closed to public travel. As of August 29, emergency road repair operations are happening seven days a week, including holidays. NDOT aims to have repairs completed in time for the upcoming winter season. Residents are being advised to limit travel for necessary reasons such as food, water, fuel and supplies, to keep the roads clear as much as possible for roadwork and repair operations. They also are being advised to drive slowly and cautiously on all roads on the mountain due to damage, road barricades that restrict some areas to one lane, and movement of personnel and heavy equipment.
Electric service
As of the evening of Aug. 23, power had been restored to the entire Mt. Charleston community, including the Old Town, Echo and Cathedral Rock subdivisions in Kyle Canyon.
Recreation area closure
Due to the historic flash flooding associated with Hurricane Hilary, all National Forest System areas, roads, and trails in the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Developed Canyons (Lee, Kyle, and Deer Creek) described in the Forest Order are closed until further notice.
Forest Order | Map | Press Release with Additional Details | en español
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An area closure remains in effect for the developed recreation canyons (Lee, Kyle, and Deer Creek) of the Spring Mountain National Recreation Area (Mt. Charleston) accessed via Highway 156 (Lee Canyon) and Highway 157 (Kyle Canyon), and Highway 158 (Deer Creek)until further notice for public safety due to historic storm damage. This includes the Mack’s, Champion, and Blue Tree areas. The Springs Mountain Visitor Gateway, Lee Canyon Ski Resort, and all trails, picnic areas, and campgrounds remain closed. Additional details and a closure map are available on our website. This Forest Order does not apply to private parcels, state highways, or any other non-Forest Service property within the boundaries of the Spring Mountains National Recreation Area.
The Forest Service urges the public to stay away from the closed developed canyons at Mt. Charleston due to evolving hazardous conditions. Undercut roads, washed-out trails, damage to power and water lines, falling trees, shifting flood paths, water in areas not typically seen, and significant debris flows currently exist. Additional weather-related damage is possible in the coming weeks. Partner agencies are continuing assessment and stabilization efforts as it is safe to do so and beginning to plan for long-term recovery.
Dispersed recreation in more remote areas such as Cold Creek, Willow Creek, Potosi, Cottonwood Pass, Lovell Canyon, Wheeler Wash, Mt. Stirling and Johnny reopened September 1, 2023, at 12:00 a.m. Carpenter and Wallace Canyons roads are currently inaccessible by 4x4 due to washouts. Other areas including Clark and Trout Canyons may also have impacts. Use caution in all areas as hazards may still exist. Roads may be covered with debris and have undercutting and shoulder loss due to flooding. Plan to be self-sufficient and check current weather conditions. Since there are no facilities, you must bring your own water, camp at least 100 feet from all water sources, and dig a hole at least six inches deep for disposal of human waste.
Community updates
Officials from Clark County, the Mount Charleston Fire Protection District, and other agencies have been holding in-person neighborhood meetings with Kyle Canyon residents to provide updates, information and address questions.
Clark County continues to post regular updates on its social media sites @ClarkCountyNV and on this webpage.
Clark County news releases:
Clark County Declares State of Emergency for Tropical Storm Hilary (8/20/23)
Clark County Takes Lead Role In Preparations, Response To Emergencies (8/19/23)
Potential For Widespread Flash Flooding Due To Tropical Storm Hilary (8/19/23)
News conference videos:
Media Invited to Briefing in Kyle Canyon to View Damage, Provide Updates to Public
City-specific information:
Las Vegas | Henderson | North Las Vegas | Mesquite | Boulder City
Follow Clark County on social media for important updates related to Tropical Storm Hilary:
Facebook, Facebook en Español, X/Twitter, X/Twitter en Español
Other tropical storm-related news releases:
US Forest Service: Potential For Additional Hazards with Severe Weather This Weekend Developed Recreation Canyons (Lee, Kyle, Deer Creek) at Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Mt. Charleston) Remain Closed Until Further Notice for Public Safety (9/2/23)
US Forest Service: Developed Recreation Canyons (Lee, Kyle, Deer Creek) at Spring Mountains National Recreation Area (Mt. Charleston) Remain Closed Until Further Notice for Public Safety Due to Historic Storm Damage; Dispersed Recreation Resumes in Other Areas of SMNRA | Forest Order | Map (9/1/23)
Nevada Department of Transportation: NDOT Updates Emergency Roadwork in Spring Mountains; Non-residents Should Avoid Area (9/8/23)
US Forest Service: The Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Remains Closed in the Aftermath of Flood Damage from Tropical Storm Hilary (8/29/23)
American Red Cross: Red Cross of Nevada urges residents to prepare before Tropical Storm Hilary rains hit Southern Nevada
National Park Service: Lake Mead NRA Officials Announce Closure Order for the Park
Clark County School District: CCSD Monitoring Storm, Classes to Continue as Normal
Nevada Division of Emergency Management: Governor Lombardo Activates Nevada National Guard Troops to Southern Nevada Ahead of Tropical Storm Hilary, Issues Emergency Guidance | Flood Information and Resources
National Park Service: Dangerous Impacts to Lake Mead NRA Expected from Tropical Storm Hilary
US Forest Service: Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Announces Closure Due to Tropical Storm Hilary and Potential for Widespread Heavy Rainfall
- Spring Mountains National Recreation Area Developed Canyons (Lee, Kyle, Cold Creek) remain CLOSED Until Further Notice - more information
- Death Valley National Park Remains Closed Following Heavy Rains and Flooding - more information
- Lake Mead National Recreation Area REOPENS Tuesday, August 22 - more information
- Joshua Tree National Park REOPENS for day use only as of Tuesday, August 22 - more information
Clark County School District:
With flooding in the Mt. Charleston community, Lundy Elementary School has been impacted. Parents will be updated through notifications on ParentLink and via posts on ccsd.net and the district's social media accounts.
As of August 22, all other CCSD schools are operating normally.
Nye County School District:
School was canceled for all NCSD schools on August 21, 2023 because of the Declaration of Local Emergency brought on by Tropical Storm Hilary.
NCSD is required by law to make up the instructional day (NAC 387.151).
The Nevada Department of Education has approved Monday, October 9, 2023, as Nye County School District's instructional makeup day.
Monday, October 9, 2023 will be a normal school day.
Latest updates: https://www.nye.k12.nv.us/live-feed.
Mt. Charleston: A shelter location is open at the hotel, 2755 Kyle Canyon Road, for Mt. Charleston residents.
The Vegas Strong Resiliency Center is available to Kyle Canyon residents at the retreat today (8/25) to help with resources. If anyone needs to contact Red Cross, you can call 1-800-Red-Cross.
Moapa Valley Fire District Sandbags
As part of normal community preparedness operations in the north County, Clark County provides the Moapa Valley Fire District with a supply of sandbags to give to residents for storm preps. The area is particularly prone to flooding due to storm events. Communities served include Moapa, Logandale, Overton, and the neighboring tribal lands. Full coordination is underway with all agencies offering support to the community.
Through Sunday morning, residents picked up between 2500-3000 sandbags to prepare for possible impacts from Tropical Storm Hilary.
Important information for NV Energy customers:
NV Energy reports that power has been restored to all customers on Mt. Charleston. Here's a summary of the work that the utility has completed through the beginning of Labor Day weekend, and the remaining work to be done:
- On August 23, NV Energy crews were able to fully restore power to the remaining areas of Old Town and Echo in Kyle Canyon caused by Tropical Storm Hilary.
- If customers are still out of power, they are encouraged to call NV Energy's customer contact center at 702-402-5555.
- In the coming days, you’ll continue to see utility crews in the area, making sure that power continues to flow, and that electricity infrastructure is secure and running as intended.
- Crews will continue work to remove vegetation, trees and branches that pose a threat to electric lines or other equipment. If you experience any issues with your power, please don’t hesitate to let NV Energy know. You can report an outage online here.
- Please note the weather forecast for the rest of the week includes rain and precipitation in the area, with Thursday having the highest chance of storms. The already saturated soil and damaged areas will be more prone to flash flooding. NV Energy will be monitoring the storms and will be ready to respond if necessary. NV Energy's highest priority remains the safety of the public and our crews.
- As a reminder, the Clark County website contains updated road closure information.
Important information for Las Vegas Valley Water District customers as of Sept. 12:
Work continues in Old Town and around the Echo area to repair damaged water infrastructure. Pending any unforeseen delays, the work remains on track for completion by end of November.
CURRENT WORK PROGRESS
- The LVVWD’s contractor crew has completed installation of two 8-inch diameter pipelines through the wash area along Aspen Ave. This section of work required significant excavation, fill material and concrete work to protect the new pipelines from future storm water flows through the wash area.
- Work will progress west in Aspen Ave toward Ski Chalet Place over the coming weeks.
- The LVVWD’s contractor is now utilizing Aspen Ave as the primary haul route for work related to the two pipeline installations.
- The LVVWD is repairing a leak on the pipeline between Echo and Old Town. Flushing and water sampling from this pipeline will begin by the end of this week; however, additional repairs may be required. This pipeline is a key component to conveying water into Old Town and facilitating pressure tests along Yellow Pine.
- LVVWD personnel is also working at the far west end of Aspen Ave, along the Cockscomb Ridge View Road to reconnect a severed pipeline serving Cathedral Rock.
- Dust control activities will be monitored and adjusted to limit dust.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Drinking water remains available to all Old Town residents via the potable tank located in the neighborhood. Laundry and sanitary facilities remain available at The Retreat on Charleston Peak Hotel.
The LVVWD remains committed to completing all the necessary water system repairs and replacements to restore water service to Old Town as swiftly as possible.
NEXT SCHEDULED UPDATE
The next email update is scheduled for Oct. 2. Email, website and outbound phone calls (as needed) will continue to be used to communicate updates to Kyle Canyon customers.
If you need clarification or have questions, please call 702-822-8543.
As Hurricane Hilary approaches, Southwest Gas asks customers to pay attention to their natural gas meters, appliances, and infrastructure as flooding can cause damage and potential hazards. Here are the signs of potential natural gas leaks:
- Standing water that is continuously bubbling
- The smell of rotten eggs, even if it's only momentary
- A hissing or roaring sound coming from the ground, piping, or natural gas meter
If you witness any of these signs, even if you're not a natural gas customer, immediately leave the area and call 911 and Southwest Gas at 877-860-6020.
⚠ The following roads are closed in Clark County:
- State Route 156 is closed at State Route 158 (Deer Creek Rd).
- State Route 157 is closed from the Spring Mountains Visitor Gateway to Mt. Charleston town. Resident and first responder ONLY access is now available via emergency temporary single lane.
- State Route 158 is closed at mile marker 5.5.
For up-to-the-minute road conditions and additional information:
- RTC: https://www.rtcsnv.com/
- NDOT: https://www.nvroads.com/
Airlines at Harry Reid International Airport experienced weather-related impacts during the storm. Although the storm has passed the Las Vegas Valley, please check with your airline before heading to the airport to see if your flight has been delayed or cancelled. Please leave yourself extra time to get to and from the airport.
Click here to view the status of arrivals and departures.
FEMA’s Individuals and Households Program (IHP) provides financial and direct services to eligible individuals and households affected by a disaster who have uninsured or underinsured necessary expenses and serious needs. IHP is not a substitute for insurance and cannot compensate for all losses caused by a disaster; it is intended to meet the survivor’s basic needs and supplement disaster recovery efforts.
Please take pictures of the damage with the dates and address of the residence. The FEMA Disaster Helpline is 1-800-621-3362.
Visit FEMA's Individuals and Households Program webpage for more information.
- Clark County Regional Flood Control District: https://befloodsafe.com
- National Hurricane Center: https://www.nhc.noaa.gov/
- Federal Emergency Management Agency: www.Ready.gov.
- American Red Cross: www.redcross.org
- Southern Nevada Health District: www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org
- Nevada Division of Emergency Management: https://dem.nv.gov/
- NV Energy: www.nvenergy.com
- Clark County School District: https://ccsd.net/
- UNLV: https://www.unlv.edu/
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: www.lvmpd.com
- Clark County Fire Department safety tips: https://tinyurl.com/z9zwa47
- FEMA Individuals and Households Program: https://www.fema.gov/assistance/individual/program
Información sobre el huracán Hilary
A través de la Organización Regional de Recuperación de las Inundaciones de la Montaña Charleston, los esfuerzos de recuperación en la montaña continuarán atendiendo las necesidades de la infraestructura, los residentes y, eventualmente, los visitantes, y esto incluye la reparación de los daños en el casco antiguo, las carreteras y los senderos.
El Condado Clark sigue trabajando en colaboración con los demás organismos de respuesta para evaluar los daños y totalizar los costes para una posible declaración de catástrofe.
La Montaña Charleston, que incluye los cañones Kyle y Lee, permanece cerrada al público.
.El Condado Clark pide a la población que se prepare para inundaciones repentinas por los efectos del huracán Hilary
Recuerden que el Servicio Meteorológico Nacional ha emitido una alerta de inundaciones para la mayor parte de Nevada desde el sábado 19 de agosto hasta el martes 22 de agosto a las 5:00 a.m.
➡ Siga estos consejos y recursos para ayudar a prepararse, planificar y mantenerse informado:
⚠ NO permita que los niños o las mascotas jueguen en o cerca de las aguas de inundación, que se mueven rápidamente ya que pueden contener desechos y productos químicos peligrosos.
⚠ NO conduzca nunca por una carretera inundada ni cerca de barricadas. Puede ser difícil determinar la profundidad de la inundación, que puede aumentar drásticamente en cuestión de minutos.
⚠ Si se ve sorprendido por una tormenta repentina que puede causar inundaciones, suele ser más seguro quedarse donde está y esperar a que pase la tormenta en lugar de intentar atravesarla.
⚠ Si está conduciendo cuando se desate la tormenta, piense en buscar un terreno más alto que la calle para detenerse hasta que pase la tormenta.
⚠ Si te quedas atrapado en un coche parado, puede ser más seguro que te quedes en tu vehículo. El agua a gran velocidad, aunque sólo tenga unos centímetros de profundidad, puede arrastrarle rápidamente.
Los gestores de emergencias también recomiendan estos pasos clave para la preparación ante emergencias:
✅ Elabore un plan:
- Hable con su familia sobre cómo se comunicarán antes, durante y después de un desastre, y cómo se conectarán si se separan.
- Elija un lugar de reunión principal y otro secundario en caso de que una emergencia afecte a su hogar o vecindario y designe un contacto fuera del estado al que los miembros de la familia puedan llamar si se separan.
- Enseñe a los jóvenes a prepararse para las emergencias. Las empresas, las organizaciones comunitarias y las familias deben participar en simulacros y ejercicios de seguridad.
✅ Prepare un botiquín:
- Reúna suministros que duren varios días después de una catástrofe para todas las personas que vivan en su hogar, incluidos alimentos y agua.
- Tenga en cuenta las necesidades específicas de cada persona o mascota en caso de que tenga que evacuar rápidamente. ncluya provisiones para bebés y miembros de la familia médicamente frágiles.
- Prepare también un kit de emergencia para el coche.
✅ Infórmese.
- Conozca el riesgo de peligros en su zona y compruebe la cobertura de su seguro.
- Aprenda a reforzar su hogar frente a tormentas y otros peligros habituales y actúe con rapidez si recibe una alerta o aviso local.
- Tenga varias maneras de recibir alertas en caso de emergencia, incluyendo permanecer sintonizado a las estaciones locales de TV o radio para recibir alertas, instrucciones y notificaciones oficiales. Siga al Condado Clark en las redes sociales Clark County, Nevada y Clark County, NV En Español
Estos recursos adicionales de preparación para emergencias también pueden ser útiles:
- Clark County Regional Flood Control District: https://befloodsafe.com
- Federal Emergency Management Agency: www.Ready.gov.
- American Red Cross: www.redcross.org
- Southern Nevada Health District: www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org
- Nevada Division of Emergency Management: www.dem.nv.gov
- Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department: www.lvmpd.com.
- Consejos de seguridad del Departamento de Bomberos del Condado de Clark: https://tinyurl.com/z9zwa47
Mensaje para los residentes del área:
El Centro de Resiliencia Vegas Strong está a disposición de los residentes de Kyle Canyon para ayudar con recursos. Si alguien necesita ponerse en contacto con la Cruz Roja, puede llamar al 1-800-Red-Cross.
Mensaje del Gobernador de Nevada Joe Lombardo:
El Gobernador Lombardo ha activado 100 tropas de la Guardia Nacional de Nevada al Sur de Nevada antes de que el Huracán Hilary toque tierra. Las tropas serán puestas en escena para apoyar a los condados del sur que se ven afectados por el clima severo.
Muy importante que sepan que en este momento, el Servicio Meteorológico Nacional ha emitido una alerta de inundaciones para la mayor parte de Nevada desde el sábado 19 de agosto hasta el martes 22 de agosto a las 5:00 a.m.
En previsión del huracán Hilary, la División de Nevada de Gestión de Emergencias y Seguridad Nacional (DEM), ha publicado las siguientes orientaciones:
✅ Ahora es el momento de prepararse y preparar a su familia. Mientras se prepara, adapte sus planes y suministros a sus necesidades y responsabilidades específicas de la vida diaria.
✅ Hable de sus necesidades y responsabilidades y de cómo las personas en su entorno pueden ayudarse mutuamente con la comunicación, el cuidado de los niños, los negocios, los animales domésticos o necesidades específicas como el funcionamiento de equipos médicos.
✅ Asegúrese de que todos los miembros de su hogar conocen y comprenden su plan.
✅ Identifique cualquier ayuda adicional necesaria en caso de emergencia, si usted o alguien de su hogar es mayor o tiene alguna discapacidad, necesidad de acceso o funcional.
✅ Disponga de varias formas de recibir alertas. Inscríbase para recibir notificaciones de emergencia. Descargue la aplicación de FEMA en su smartphone y reciba alertas en tiempo real del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional de hasta cinco lugares de todo el país. Compruebe la configuración de sus dispositivos móviles para asegurarse de que puede recibir alertas de emergencia inalámbricas, que no requieren inscripción.
✅ Tenga una opción de carga de emergencia para su teléfono y otros dispositivos.
✅ Proteja su casa contra las tormentas. Despeje desagües y canalones y saque muebles del exterior.
✅ Aprenda sus rutas de evacuación, practique con su familia, mascotas e identifique dónde se quedará. Siga las instrucciones de los organismos locales, que le proporcionarán las últimas recomendaciones basadas en la amenaza para su comunidad y las medidas de seguridad adecuadas.
✅ Haga copias de los documentos personales, médicos, financieros y de seguros importantes. Si es posible, guárdelos en un espacio digital seguro protegido con contraseña.
✅ Tenga suficientes suministros para su hogar, incluya medicamentos, suministros desinfectantes, mascarillas, suministros para mascotas en su bolsa de viaje o en el maletero del coche.
✅ Reponga los suministros en su kit de emergencia y reemplace los artículos caducados según sea necesario.
✅ Visite dem.nv.gov y haga clic en Flood Information 2023 en la página de inicio para obtener más información sobre cómo prepararse, mantenerse seguro durante y regresar a casa después de un incidente de inundación.
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