After this weeks dry spell held strong, Snow moves into Idaho tonight with lighter accumulation in the Valleys than and more coming to the Mountains.
Foretasted highs at least kept things a bit warm before the snow moves in because after it passes, this week will have a cold front making things chilly here in Idaho. Over night low's in most areas fall below the 20's and the Mountains will see single digit lows.
Like mentioned, snow moves in tonight with new accumulation of less than half an inch expected for the Treasure Valley. Magic Valley follows the same trend with less than half an inch expected to stick.
Mountains will see anywhere between 2-5" inches fall tonight going into tomorrow morning. This will make for poor driving conditions in most areas so just be cautious when out tonight as this system comes into Idaho.
California Fires Updates
Wildfires Rage Across Southern California Amid Powerful Windstorm
One of the most destructive wind storms within Southern California, has aided in wildfires growing across the area. Evacuations have been made and infrastructure has been lost.
Key Facts:
Winds: have peaked over 80 mph, with isolated gusts reaching 100 mph in mountains and foothills. Containment has started to improve. Good news is that winds are expected to slow, giving firefighters a chance to contain the fires.
Wildfires:
- Eaton Fire (Altadena area): 13,690 acres, 100+ structures destroyed, 2 fatalities, 3% containment
- Palisades Fire: 21,317 acres, 2,000+ structures burned, 8% containment
- Hurst Fire (Sylmar): 771 acres, 37% containment
- Lidia Fire: 395 acres, 75% containment
- Sunset Fire: 43 acres, 100% contained
- Evacuations: Mandatory evacuations were ordered for areas near the Eaton Fire.
Red Flag Warnings: In effect until 6 p.m PT. Friday for multiple areas, including the Malibu coast, Santa Monica Mountains, and San Gabriel Valley.
