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In effect from Wednesday 07/22 2:00 PM MDT – Wednesday 07/22 9:00 PM MDT

Issued by NWS Pocatello ID

What

Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

Where

Portions of eastern and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in eastern Idaho, Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park and Teton Valley. In southeast Idaho, Bear Lake Valley, Bear River Range, Blackfoot Mountains, Caribou Range, Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region and Marsh and Arbon Highlands.

When

From Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.

Additional Details

- An abnormally moist airmass will overspread eastern Idaho later tonight and continue into the day tomorrow. Thunderstorms are expected to be efficient rainfall producers and flash flooding will be possible across the watch area. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood


Areas Impacted

  • Marsh and Arbon Highlands
  • Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region
  • Bear River Range
  • Bear Lake Valley
  • Blackfoot Mountains
  • Caribou Range
  • Big Hole Mountains
  • Teton Valley
  • Centennial Mountains/Island Park

Tips to Stay Safe

A Flood Watch means the area may experience a dangerous flooding event, and being prepared may save lives and property. 

  • Be aware of low-lying areas along your travel routes that are most likely to flood. 
  • Check your home’s emergency supplies, and make sure all members of the household know your emergency plan
  • Stay tuned for local weather updates on the situation as it develops.

If a Flood Warning is issued, it means that dangerous flooding is expected or already happening. 

  • Never walk, swim, or drive through flood waters or flooded roads. 
  • Stay away from areas where water levels can rise rapidly, like storm drains, culverts, creeks and streams. 

If your home is likely to flood, or if authorities tell you to evacuate, do so immediately and move to higher ground. 

In effect from Tuesday 07/21 4:45 PM MDT – Tuesday 07/21 5:30 PM MDT

Issued by NWS Pocatello ID

At 444 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles northeast of Juniper, or 20 miles north of Snowville, moving east northeast at 10 to 15 mph.

HAZARD...Wind gusts in excess of 45 mph and half inch 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.

This storm will remain over mainly rural areas of west central Oneida and south central Power Counties.

What to Do

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.


Areas Impacted

  • Raft River Region
  • Marsh and Arbon Highlands
  • Franklin/Eastern Oneida Region

Briefings

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From the Forecaster

Localized Flooding Possible

Created by the NWS Pocatello WFO

Monsoon moisture has returned and will bring with it the threat of showers and thunderstorms with efficient rain rates. We could see localized flooding where stronger thunderstorms occur, especially over any recently burned areas, including the Wapiti burn scar near Stanley.

This graphic shows the potential for storms to produce heavy downpours today and Wednesday.

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