Boise, Idaho – Winds topping 65 mph could slam Treasure Valley residents this evening, bringing down tree limbs and blowing dust across southern Idaho through 10 p.m. Wednesday. The National Weather Service warns of a 30-60% chance of gusts over 50 mph, especially from Boise westward.
According to the US National Weather Service in Boise, the peak window for these hazardous winds and isolated thunderstorms is from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wednesday, as storms spark near the Owyhee Mountains and sweep northeast. Dusty conditions and sudden gusts could reduce visibility on highways and rural roads, with the strongest impacts likely in Boise, Meridian, Nampa, and Ontario, Oregon.
High-profile vehicles should avoid travel during peak hours, and residents are urged to secure outdoor items and keep cell phones charged in case of outages. Blowing dust may affect those with respiratory issues, while isolated power disruptions and downed branches are possible. The region hasn’t seen winds of this strength since last spring’s wind event.
Watches and warnings remain in effect through late evening, and additional alerts could follow if storms intensify. Residents should monitor local updates and be prepared for rapidly changing conditions.
