Special Weather Statement

FROM: NWS Boise ID
AREA: Western Magic Valley
SENT: 2026-07-08T14:57:00-06:00

Special Weather Statement issued July 8 at 2:57PM MDT by NWS Boise ID

At 255 PM MDT, Doppler radar was tracking a gust front along a line
extending from 6 miles west of Minidoka National Monument to near
Rock Creek. A gust of 52 mph was observed at the Magic Valley
Regional Airport. Movement was northeast at 35 mph.

HAZARD…Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph.

SOURCE…Radar indicated.

IMPACT…Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around
unsecured objects. Areas of blowing dust reducing
visibility.

This gust front will be near…
Hansen, Eden, Murtaugh, and Minidoka National Monument around 300
PM MDT.
Hazelton and Milner Dam around 310 PM MDT.

If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

Alert Expiration: 2026-07-08T15:30:00-06:00