Winter Storm — Big and Little Wood River Region, Idaho
2002-01-21 · Big and Little Wood River Region, Idaho
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Direct deaths
Wider weather episode
A major winter storm brought heavy snow to the mountains of southeastern Idaho. 6 to 14 inches of snow were reported above 6000 feet. Strong winds accompanied the storm and created many road closures. Interstate 15 was closed from Idaho Falls to Roberts. US Highway 20 was closed from Rigby to Rexburg. Highway 33 was closed from Newdale to Tetonia. Highway 20 was closed from Carey to Arco. Road conditions were blamed for one death early on the morning of 1/21 on Highway 20 near Rigby.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5278042. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.