Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 15 at 5:04PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 15, 2026 - 4:04pm
Expires:
August 15, 2026 - 4:45pm
Description:
At 504 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 8
miles west of Castleford, or 29 miles west of Twin Falls, moving
northeast at 30 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and half inch 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.
Locations impacted include...
Buhl, Wendell, and Hagerman.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
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:
Upper Treasure Valley; Southwest Highlands; Western Magic Valley; Southern Twin Falls County
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov