Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 1:39PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 12:39pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 1:15pm
Description:
At 139 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Three Creek, or 18 miles west of Jackpot, moving northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Areas of blowing dust possible. Minor
damage to outdoor objects is possible.
Locations impacted include...
China Mountain.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southwest Highlands; Southern Twin Falls County
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender: