High Wind — Lewiston Area, Idaho

2015-12-09 · Lewiston Area, Idaho

Event narrative

The ASOS in Lewiston, Idaho reported a wind gust of 60 mph.

Wider weather episode

An intense surface low pressure system moved from west to east along the Southern British Columbia border and dragged a cold front through as well. The resulting high winds brought about substantial damage across North Idaho. In addition heavy rain over the two days preceding and occurring with the windstorm brought about river rises, mudslides, and debris flows.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 603992. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.