High Wind in Eastern Magic Valley, Idaho

High Wind May 6, 2020 · Eastern Magic Valley, Idaho

58 mph

Measured gust (50 kt)

What the National Weather Service wrote

Widespread wind gusts of 50 to 60 mph occurred and Idaho Highway 27 was closed due to zero visibility caused by blowing dust from Burley to Oakley.

The wider storm

A strong cold front brought very strong winds to southeast and central Idaho which caused blowing dust and closed roadways. Power outages occurred and wind gusts ranging from 50 to 75 mph were widespread. Some trees were downed in the event as well.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 891716. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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