Eastern Idaho Braces for Severe Blizzard; Travel Discouraged Amidst Dangerous Conditions

Takeaways:

• A blizzard warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Pocatello for eastern Idaho starting 5 p.m. Thursday, lasting until Friday evening or Saturday morning in various areas.

• The blizzard is expected to bring significant snowfall, high winds, and reduced visibility due to blowing snow, with snow accumulations ranging from one to nine inches in different locations.

• The last blizzard warning in the region was issued eight years ago, and there have been about seven such warnings since 2006.

• Travel is advised against due to the dangerous conditions, with the possibility of very difficult to impossible travel scenarios, especially on Friday morning.

• A wind chill watch is also in effect, with potential wind chills as low as 25 below zero, and residents are advised to prepare with emergency supplies if travel is necessary before the blizzard hits.

References:

[1] Blizzard coming to eastern Idaho Thursday night; drivers asked to not travel. Link

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