High Wind Warning for Menan, Idaho
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pocatello ID
852 PM MDT Thu May 16 2024
IDZ052-053-171100-
/O.CON.KPIH.HW.W.0002.240517T1800Z-240518T0200Z/
Arco/Mud Lake Desert-Upper Snake River Plain-
Including the cities of Idaho Falls, Mud Lake, St. Anthony,
Rexburg, Craters of the Moon NM, and INL
852 PM MDT Thu May 16 2024
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TO 8 PM MDT
FRIDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
* WHERE...Arco/Mud Lake Desert and Upper Snake River Plain.
* WHEN...From noon to 8 PM MDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Blowing dust is expected to reduce visibilities,
especially on I-15 north of Idaho Falls near Roberts. Travel will
be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Isolated
damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and outbuildings is expected,
along with isolated power outages. Loose outdoor objects will be
blown around.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Check 511 for possible road closure from low visibilities from
Blowing Dust. Secure or bring inside loose outdoor objects before
the high winds begin. During the high winds, avoid being outside in
forested areas or around trees, branches, and powerlines. Use
caution if you must drive, and keep both hands firmly on the
steering wheel. Drivers of high profile vehicles should consider
delaying travel until the high winds subside.