U of U CAMPUS ALERT: CAMPUS ADVISORY. Scheduled Cannon Test Firing
Thu Jul 16, 2026 9:32 AM
WHAT:
The University of Utah Army ROTC will conduct a scheduled test firing of the Ute Thunder II cannon (fired after touchdowns at Utah football games) which will produce multiple loud noises.
WHERE: ROTC Building (Building 638), 255 S Fort Douglas Blvd, just south of the Post Theatre, Fort Douglas area.
TIMING: Test firing begins at 10:30 a.m. today.
IMPACT: People in the surrounding campus and Fort Douglas areas may hear several loud explosive reports. Safety measures are in place around the cannon.