High Wind — Western Magic Valley, Idaho

2011-03-10 · Western Magic Valley, Idaho

Event narrative

The ASOS at Twin Falls, Idaho measured a 72 MPH wind gust at 543 PM MST. Idaho Power reported power outages in and around Filer, Buhl and Twin Falls. Dispatchers at Southern Idaho Regional Communications reported a carport had been blown on top of power lines.

Wider weather episode

A strong cold front moved across Southwest Idaho on the afternoon of the 10th causing damage and power outages in the Twin Falls area. Rain cooled air ahead of the front formed an outflow boundary with winds over 70 MPH.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 286147. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.