Booming noises reported across the Wasatch Front

What's happening?

Residents across the Wasatch Front reported hearing a series of loud booms on Tuesday evening. The source of the noise is still unknown.

The booms were heard in Salt Lake City, Davis County, Weber County, and Utah County.

The National Weather Service said the booms were not caused by thunder or lightning.

What are people saying?

Many people who heard the booms took to social media to share their experiences.

Some people said the booms sounded like explosions, while others said they sounded like sonic booms.

One person said the booms shook their house and caused their windows to rattle.

What's next?

The source of the booms is still under investigation.

The Salt Lake City Police Department is asking anyone who heard the booms to call 801-799-3000.

The Davis County Sheriff's Office is also asking anyone who heard the booms to call 801-451-4150.

Additional information

• The booms were heard at approximately 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday, August 2, 2023.
• The booms were heard in a wide area, from Salt Lake City to Utah County.
• The source of the booms is still unknown.
• The Salt Lake City Police Department and the Davis County Sheriff's Office are investigating.