Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 1:57PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 12:57pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 1:45pm
Description:
At 157 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Black Warrior Mountain, or 38 miles east of Rome, moving northeast at
10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 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 possible. Minor
damage to outdoor objects is possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Delamar Mine around 210 PM MDT.
Silver City around 230 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Torrential rainfall is also occurring with this storm and may lead to
localized flooding. Do not drive your vehicle through flooded
roadways.
This storm may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio
stations and available television stations for additional information
and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description:
Owyhee Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov