Idaho Moderate Special Weather Statement | Effective 07/06/2026 15:27

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued July 6 at 4:27PM MDT by NWS Pocatello ID
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
July 6, 2026 - 3:27pm
Expires: 
July 6, 2026 - 4:15pm
Description: 
At 426 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a cluster of strong thunderstorms along a line extending from 6 miles south of Oakley Reservoir to 9 miles south of Almo. Movement was north at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts in excess of 45 mph and pea size 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. Locations impacted include... Oakley Reservoir, Oakley, Almo, Elba, Mt Harrison, City Of Rocks, and Bridge.
Instruction: 
If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building. These storms may intensify, so be certain to monitor local radio stations and available television stations for additional information and possible warnings from the National Weather Service.
Area Description: 
Eastern Magic Valley; Southern Hills/Albion Mountains; Raft River Region
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pocatello ID