Winter Storm — Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

2023-03-09 to 2023-03-11 · Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

Event narrative

Strong winds and snowfall caused blowing snow and US Highway 26 to close from Arco to Carey. Widespread wind gusts in the 60 to 70 mph range were recorded. 40 miles west of Idaho Falls recorded 6 inches of snow via the COOP observer.

Wider weather episode

A strong late winter Pacific storm brought heavy snow, heavy rain and strong winds which closed roads across southeastern Idaho. Reports of flooding and wind damage also occurred.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1090846. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.