Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued August 16 at 4:17PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 16, 2026 - 3:17pm
Expires:
August 16, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description:
At 417 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9
miles southwest of Burley. This thunderstorm was nearly stationary.
HAZARD...Wind gusts in excess of 35 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to outdoor objects is
possible.
Locations impacted include...
Burley, Heyburn, and Declo.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Area Description:
Eastern Magic Valley; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Pocatello ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov