Headline:
Lake Wind Advisory issued May 17 at 9:20PM MDT until May 18 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Event:
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 17, 2026 - 8:20pm
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
...LAKE WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 9 PM MDT MONDAY FOR
AMERICAN FALLS RESERVOIR...
* WHAT...For the Frost Advisory, temperatures 32 to 36 will result
in frost formation. Areas along the interstates from Burley to
Pocatello to Idaho Falls may remain warmer than 36.
For the Lake Wind Advisory for American Falls Reservoir, north winds
20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 40 mph expected.
* WHERE...Lower Snake River Plain.
* WHEN...For the Frost Advisory, from 3 AM to 9 AM MDT Monday.
For the Lake Wind Advisory, from 6 AM to 9 PM MDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create
hazardous conditions for small craft.
Frost could harm sensitive outdoor vegetation. Sensitive outdoor
plants may be killed if left uncovered.
Instruction:
Boaters on area lakes should use extra caution since strong winds
and rough waves can overturn small craft.
Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.
Area Description:
Lower Snake River Plain
Forcast Office:
NWS Pocatello ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov