Flood — Bonner, Idaho

2015-12-09 · near Samuels, Bonner, Idaho

Event narrative

An amateur radio operator reported that the Pack river exceeded historical measurement. The USGS to asssess new rating of Dec 9,2015 at the gauge near Colburn, Idaho.

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.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 604004. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.