Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 6:18PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 8, 2026 - 5:18pm
Expires:
July 8, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description:
At 618 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong
thunderstorms along a line extending from The Hat to near Wiley
Ranch. Movement was east at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Areas of blowing dust reducing
visibility.
Strong thunderstorms will be near...
Dollar Butte, The Hat, and Crab Spring Butte around 620 PM MDT.
Turner Butte and Bybee Reservoir around 640 PM MDT.
Blue Creek Reservoir around 650 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with these storms.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Southwest Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov