Winter Storm — Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

2024-01-12 · Arco-mud Lake Desert, Idaho

Event narrative

Wind gusts for several hours in the 50 to 60 mph range with snow amounts of 1 to 3 inches caused dangerous road conditions and the West Jefferson School District 253 closed schools for the day due to blowing and drifting snow.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front moved through Idaho with snow, strong winds which caused blizzards in several zones and extensive travel problems. Many roads closed with wind gusts exceeding 50 mph in nearly all of southeast Idaho.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1160847. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.