Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 1:58PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 12:58pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 158 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms near China Mountain, or 9 miles west of Jackpot, moving
northeast at 15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 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 reducing
visibility. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Southern Salmon Falls Reservoir around 210 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Southern Twin Falls County
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov