Hail — Clearwater, Idaho

2012-04-24 · near Orofino, Clearwater, Idaho

Event narrative

A trained spotter estimated golf ball sized hail in Orofino.

Wider weather episode

Several weather disturbances moved across north central Idaho ahead of a strong cold front. These disturbances, along with abundant moisture and instability in the lower atmosphere, produced severe thunderstorms.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 375886. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.