Idaho Lake Wind Advisory | Effective 05/17/2026 07:43

Headline: 
Lake Wind Advisory issued May 17 at 8:43AM MDT until May 17 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Event: 
Lake Wind Advisory
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 17, 2026 - 7:43am
Expires: 
May 17, 2026 - 8:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...North winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph expected for American Falls Reservoir. Chop is expected at the south end of the reservoir, closest to the dam. * WHERE...Lower Snake River Plain. * WHEN...From 3 PM this afternoon to 9 PM MDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft.
Instruction: 
Boaters on area lakes should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft.
Area Description: 
Lower Snake River Plain
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pocatello ID