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Idaho Experiences Nearly 3,000 Lightning Strikes in 24-Hours
In what was nothing short of a 'shocking' report--we are now learning that in about 24-hours, Idaho experience nearly 3,000 individual lightning strikes over the gem state. Each summer in the Treasure Valley, we know exactly what to expect. Things start off slow, and then we wake up one day to scorching heat. That heat will stick around for a few days, and then things will cool off a bit. When they cool off, we get a thunderstorm and then said thunderstorm takes over social media for 24-hours, at least.
Hazy sunshine today with highs near 100 degrees
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — A cool front followed last night's storms. This will slowly cool temperatures as we head into the weekend. Today's highs will be in the upper 90s with many areas approaching 100 degrees. Look for hazy sunshine today with dry conditions through the weekend. There is...
Brush fire ignites along Interstate 15 south of Blackfoot
BLACKFOOT — Firefighters extinguished a brush fire that ignited along Interstate 15 south of Blackfoot on Wednesday. The blaze along Interstate 15’s southbound lanes was reported around 4 p.m. and contributed to significant traffic congestion on the freeway. The fire scorched about two acres of farmland on the west side of the freeway before firefighters from the Blackfoot and Fort Hall fire departments extinguished the flames. ...
'This is unprecedented': Fire managers brief community on Durkee Fire
BOISE, Idaho — Wildfires continue scorching Eastern Oregon. In a pre-recorded video posted on Facebook Wednesday night, the crew fighting the Durkee Fire validated people's worries. "I know there's nervousness and concern, and I'm right there with you," said Sarah Sherman, Bureau of Land Management agency administrator. As of...
Why All Idahoans Should Be Keeping a Quarter in Their Freezer
We know 23,000 Idaho Power customers that wish that they would’ve known about this lifehack sooner!. According to Payless Power, there’s a handful of states where prolonged blackouts don’t really shock residents. When they examined the number of people affected by power outages over the last two decades, Florida came out on top. It shouldn’t surprise you that the number of hurricanes that smack the Sunshine State had something to do with that. When they examined the number of power outage events during those same 20 years, California led the way with 2,684.
Are Idaho’s Public Schools Really That Bad?
WalletHub has posted a list of states with the best and worst public school systems in the country. Can you guess where Idaho ranks? Here's a hint: you'll be scrolling for a while before you find us. WalletHub looked at several factors to determine the rankings. Idaho stood out in...
Trendy Idaho Taco Spot Throwing National Tequila Day Party
These days, there seems to be a 'National Day' for just about everything-- whether it's for a charity, a cause, an awareness, a food or...tequila. Did you know that Wednesday, July 24th, is National Tequila Day all across the United States?. It seems only fitting that as the heat rises...
New lawsuit seeks to stop enforcement of Idaho library materials bill
Editor’s note: This story was updated Thursday afternoon to include a quote from a representative of the Idaho Family Policy Center, a conservative Christian advocacy group who helped draft House Bill 710. A group of lawyers on behalf of private Idaho schools, privately-funded public libraries, parents and their children have sued Idaho officials in federal […]
Officials urge Idahoans to check air filters as wildfire smoke rolls in
BOISE, Idaho — In the Treasure Valley, it's clear there are fires burning nearby, based on how unclear the air is. Walking outside, it can be difficult to breathe, so what does this mean for your car and home?. The heat and smoke might have you switching out your...
Idaho Residents Using Record Breaking Amounts of Electricity
We don't have to tell you just how hot it is out there in the Treasure Valley--it's scorching and there's no hiding from it. Sprinkle in some of the smoke from area wildfires and let's be real--even our amazing outdoors aren't that enjoyable at the moment. What's going on indoors...
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