SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — The University of Utah has canceled its annual rally and march to honor Martin Luther King Jr. because of the weather.
Hundreds of people had been expected to attend the event late Monday afternoon.
But the university says forecasts that call for up to five inches of snow in Salt Lake City make driving unsafe.
EVENT UPDATE: As the day (and weather) has progressed, the MLK Rally and March has been cancelled due to safety concerns caused by the weather. We hope you consider joining us at our other MLK week events! Visit https://t.co/RyJJQWyzPQ for more info!
— Diversity at the U (@diversityatU) January 21, 2019
The winter storm accompanied by strong winds is affecting much of the state.
Authorities warned drivers to avoid canyons because of expected heavy snow.
Thousands of people had experienced power outages.
And the Salt Lake City International Airport says some departing flights were delayed as crews cleared runways.
The National Weather Service says most valleys could get up to 8 inches of snow. Little to no snow is expected in southern and eastern Utah.
Today we remember and honor Martin Luther King Jr., for his example, his wisdom and his vision. #MLKDay pic.twitter.com/Az7FkwXQe1
— Ruth V. Watkins (@RuthVWatkins) January 21, 2019
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