Strong Wind — Northern Panhandle, Idaho

2023-11-11 · Northern Panhandle, Idaho

Event narrative

Local utility company reported 208 customers without power 3 miles Northeast of Oldtown. A wind gust of 34 MPH was recorded near Oldtown at 1615LST.

Wider weather episode

A shortwave with low level jet support pushed through the region on November 11. It brought strong winds across North Idaho Panhandle. The Central Idaho Panhandle received gusts in the range of 35 to 45 MPH. North Idaho and Lower Idaho Panhandle areas received winds in the 20 to 30 MPH. Around 700 customers lost power.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1149590. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.