High Wind Warning

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pocatello ID
222 PM MDT Fri May 17 2024

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Arco/Mud Lake Desert-Upper Snake River Plain-Lower Snake River
Plain-
Including the cities of Pocatello, Shelley, Idaho Falls, Rexburg,
Craters of the Moon NM, Fort Hall, St. Anthony, Mud Lake, INL,
American Falls, and Blackfoot
222 PM MDT Fri May 17 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM MDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to around 60 mph.

* WHERE...Arco/Mud Lake Desert, Lower Snake River Plain, and Upper
  Snake River Plain.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM MDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile
  vehicles. Isolated damage to trees, powerlines, signs, and
  outbuildings is expected, along with isolated power outages. Loose
  outdoor objects will be blown around. Areas of blowing dust may
  reduce visibilities. Strong winds and rough waves on area lakes
  will create hazardous conditions for small craft.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure or bring inside loose outdoor objects before the high winds
begin. During the high winds, avoid being outside in forested areas
or around trees, branches, and powerlines. Use caution if you must
drive, and keep both hands firmly on the steering wheel. Drivers of
high profile vehicles should consider delaying travel until the high
winds subside. Boaters on area lakes should use extra caution since
strong winds and rough waves can overturn small craft.

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