Thunderstorm Wind — Lemhi, Idaho

2023-08-29 · near Shoup, Lemhi, Idaho

Event narrative

The forest service reported that over 200 trees were blown down across a 22 mile stretch of road from Spring Creek to Long Tom Lookout.

Wider weather episode

An upper-level low pressure system moved over the Northern Rockies, providing lift during peak afternoon heating. Low level dry air helped produce strong thunderstorm outflows.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1122843. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.