BOISE MOUNTAINS — * WHAT...Flash flooding and debris flows caused by excessive rainfall are possible over the Crooked burn scar and Wapiti burn scar. Total rainfall up to 1 inch is possible on the burn scars.
* WHERE...Wapiti and Crooked burn scars in southwest Idaho.
* WHEN...From Thursday evening through Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...Heavy rainfall over the Crooked and Wapiti burn scar is expected up to and during the period of the watch. Residents near the Crooked and Wapiti 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 or debris flows in and near recent wildfire burn scars.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - National Weather Service Meteorologists are forecasting heavy rainfall over the Crooked and Wapiti burn scar, which may lead to flash flooding and debris flows. - Some locations that may experience flash flooding include... Grandjean and Barber Flat Guard Station. - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Boise Mountains 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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