Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued May 3 at 5:28PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 3, 2026 - 4:28pm
Expires:
May 3, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
At 528 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near
Arrowrock Reservoir, or 10 miles south of Idaho City, moving
southeast at 10 mph.
HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and pea size hail.
SOURCE...Radar indicated.
IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Areas of blowing dust reducing
visibility. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible.
This strong thunderstorm will be near...
Arrowrock Reservoir around 530 PM MDT.
Instruction:
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.
Frequent cloud to ground lightning is occurring with this storm.
Lightning can strike 10 miles away from a thunderstorm. Seek a safe
shelter inside a building or vehicle.
Area Description:
Boise Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Boise ID
Sender: