Wind Advisory for Shoshone/Lava Beds; Arco/Mud Lake Desert; Upper Snake River Plain +2 more
What: For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures 27 to 32 degrees. A hard freeze is possible from Craters of the Moon to Mud Lake. Impacts: Gusty winds could make driving...
Official alert brief
WHAT
For the Wind Advisory, west winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. For the Freeze Warning, sub-freezing temperatures 27 to 32 degrees. A hard freeze is possible from Craters of the Moon to Mud Lake.
WHERE
Eastern Magic Valley, Shoshone/Lava Beds, Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Lower Snake River Plain, and Upper Snake River Plain.
WHEN
For the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM MDT this evening. For the Freeze Warning, from 3 AM to 9 AM MDT Sunday.
IMPACTS
Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around. Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes will create hazardous conditions for small craft. Frost and freeze conditions could kill crops, other sensitive vegetation and possibly damage unprotected outdoor plumbing.
Instructions
Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects. Boaters on area lakes should use extra caution since strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft. Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.