UPPER SNAKE RIVER PLAIN; WOOD RIVER FOOTHILLS — * WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows caused by excessive rainfall continue to be possible over the Big Rock burn scar and Ohio burn scar.
* WHERE...Portions of central and southeast Idaho, including the following areas, in central Idaho, Wood River Foothills. In southeast Idaho, Upper Snake River Plain.
* WHEN...From this evening through Friday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Heavy rainfall over the Big Rock and Ohio burn scar is expected up to and during the period of the watch. Residents near the Big Rock and Ohio burn scar should prepare for potential debris flow. Be sure to stay up to date with information from local authorities. Heavy rainfall could trigger flash flooding and debris flows in and near recent wildfire burn scars.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - National Weather Service Meteorologists are forecasting heavy rainfall over the Big Rock and Ohio burn scar, which may lead to flash flooding and debris flows. - Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Heise. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Upper Snake River Plain; Wood River Foothills can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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