Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued September 17 at 3:16PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 17, 2026 - 2:16pm
Expires:
September 17, 2026 - 2:45pm
Description:
At 316 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking strong thunderstorms along
a line extending from near Atomic City to 13 miles northwest of
Springfield to 11 miles northwest of Aberdeen. Movement was northeast
at 20 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel 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...
Rockford and Taber.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
These storms 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:
Shoshone/Lava Beds; Arco/Mud Lake Desert; Upper Snake River Plain; Lower Snake River Plain; Eastern Magic Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Pocatello ID
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov