Headline:
Wind Advisory issued March 13 at 12:20PM MDT until March 13 at 9:00PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Event:
Wind Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 11:20am
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 8:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory today, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph
with gusts up to 45 mph. For the High Wind Warning Saturday, west
winds 40 to 50 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected.
* WHERE...Teton Valley, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, and Lower Snake River
Plain.
* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 9 PM MDT this evening. For the
High Wind Warning, from 9 AM to 9 PM MDT Saturday.
* IMPACTS...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. Gusty winds could make
driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Unsecured
objects may be blown around.
Instruction:
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.
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.
Secure outdoor objects.
Area Description:
Arco/Mud Lake Desert; Lower Snake River Plain; Teton Valley
Forcast Office:
NWS Pocatello ID
Sender: