Winter Storm Warning Issued for Central Panhandle Mountains and Lookout Pass
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Warning for the Central Panhandle Mountains, forecasting up to 24 inches of snow and 65 mph wind gusts through Saturday morning.
Alert Details
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Spokane, WA. This alert indicates that severe winter weather conditions are occurring or imminent.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically covers the Central Panhandle Mountains, with primary impacts identified at Lookout Pass.
What You Should Do
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. Residents are advised to prepare for hazardous conditions that could make travel very difficult to impossible.
Expected Conditions
- Snowfall: Heavy snow is expected above 4,000 feet, with total accumulations between 12 and 24 inches.
- Wind: Winds are forecast to gust between 50 and 65 mph.
- Hazards: Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. Gusty winds will also bring the potential for drifting and blowing snow at times.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions are expected to impact the Thursday morning commute.
Timeline
The Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 5:00 PM PDT Wednesday, March 11, through 11:00 AM PDT Saturday, March 14.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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