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Idaho Faces Thunderstorm Fury: 70 MPH Winds Expected
13 May
Summary
- Severe thunderstorms are forecasted for several eastern Idaho counties.
- Wind gusts are predicted to reach up to 70 mph within warning areas.
- A wider watch covers eastern Idaho, northern Utah, and western Wyoming.

After experiencing record-breaking heat, eastern Idaho is now under severe weather alerts. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm warnings for multiple counties, including Bannock, Bingham, Bonneville, Jefferson, Madison, and Fremont. Residents in these areas should prepare for powerful wind gusts potentially reaching up to 70 mph.
These specific warnings are scheduled to conclude by 2:45 PM today. However, the threat of severe weather extends further. A broader severe thunderstorm watch has been activated for eastern Idaho, northern Utah, and western Wyoming, remaining in effect until 8 PM this evening. This watch indicates a risk of frequent lightning, even stronger wind gusts up to 75 mph, and the possibility of hail as large as a quarter.