Weather Alert in Idaho
Hydrologic Outlook issued August 24 at 1:57PM MDT by NWS Boise ID
AREAS AFFECTED: Ada, ID; Adams, ID; Boise, ID; Camas, ID; Canyon, ID; Elmore, ID; Gem, ID; Gooding, ID; Jerome, ID; Owyhee, ID; Payette, ID; Twin Falls, ID; Valley, ID; Washington, ID; Baker, OR; Harney, OR; Malheur, OR
DESCRIPTION: ESFBOI A push of monsoonal moisture will bring several days of showers and thunderstorms to the region. Abnormally high moisture will allow for widespread heavy rain accumulation, leading to an increased threat of flash flooding. Tuesday and Wednesday currently look to have the best chance for heavy rain, especially in southeast Oregon, near the ID-NV border, and high terrain in southwest Idaho. Conditions will likely dry out considerably by the end of the week. Burn scars and steep and rocky terrain are at the most risk for flash flooding. The Wapiti Fire burn scar near Grandjean, ID, the Durkee Fire burn scar near Ironside, OR, and the Lava Fire burn scar near Cascade, ID are of particular concern for flash flooding. Recent fires also are vulnerable to flash flooding impacts. Please be aware of impacts in these areas and have multiple ways to receive flash flood warnings. Consider alternate plans if recreating near these areas.
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Weather Topic: What is Snow?
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Snow is precipitation taking the form of ice crystals. Each ice crystal, or snowflake,
has unique characteristics, but all of them grow in a hexagonal structure.
Snowfall can last for sustained periods of time and result in significant buildup
of snow on the ground.
On the earth's surface, snow starts out light and powdery, but as it begins to melt
it tends to become more granular, producing small bits of ice which have the consistency of
sand. After several cycles of melting and freezing, snow can become very dense
and ice-like, commonly known as snow pack.
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Weather Topic: What are Stratus Clouds?
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Stratus clouds are similar to altostratus clouds, but form at a
lower altitude and are identified by their fog-like appearance, lacking the
distinguishing features of most clouds.
Stratus clouds are wider than most clouds, and their base has a smooth, uniform
look which is lighter in color than a nimbostratus cloud.
The presence of a stratus cloud indicates the possibility of minor precipitation,
such as drizzle, but heavier precipitation does not typically arrive in the form
of a stratus cloud.
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