High Wind — Shoshone-lava Beds, Idaho

2022-05-19 · Shoshone-lava Beds, Idaho

Event narrative

A strong cold front brought significant winds with 60 mph measured 5 miles north of Owinza and 59 mph in Richfield.

Wider weather episode

A very strong cold front brought wind gusts well in excess of 60 mph to many locations with traffic incidents and some damage with large signs downed and tree damage along with building damage.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1033519. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.