Headline:
High Wind Warning issued March 12 at 12:32PM MDT until March 12 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Event:
High Wind Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 12, 2026 - 11:32am
Expires:
March 12, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
expected. Localized higher gusts are possible.
* WHERE...Teton Valley, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Southern Hills/Albion
Mountains, and Upper Snake River Plain.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
vehicles. Isolated damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and
outbuildings is expected, along with isolated power outages. Loose
outdoor objects will be blown around.
Instruction:
Secure or bring inside loose outdoor objects before the high winds
begin. During the high winds, avoid being outside in forested areas
or around trees, branches, and powerlines. Use caution if you must
drive, and keep both hands firmly on the steering wheel. Drivers of
high profile vehicles should consider delaying travel until the high
winds subside.
Area Description:
Arco/Mud Lake Desert; Upper Snake River Plain; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains; Teton Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Pocatello ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov