Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 4:57PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 3:57pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 457 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
The Hat, or 40 miles southwest of Mountain Home, moving northeast at
15 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny 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.
Locations impacted include...
The Hat and Big Horse Basin Gap.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Upper Treasure Valley; Southwest Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov