Winter storm warning and gusty winds
Winter storm warnings for the highlands and mountains with a foot of snow possible into the winter storm as it edges into the region today. Winds will be a part of this strong storm and we are on watch for gusts up to 60mph and the possibility of snow squalls for the afternoon with a wicked rain/snow mix coming into play for the valley mid-morning and bands of snow later.
SSW winds 25-35 with gusts to 60 mph. High wind warning for Lemhi county through 5pm. White out conditions will affect travel and make highways dangerous.
Rain/snow mix changing to snow later for all of our viewing area. Little accumulation for the valley and a foot or more in mountains. Winds will be the hazard today and cold air takes over tonight with lows in the tweens and dropping to around freezing tomorrow. More bands of snow are expected. Winter continues into the weekend.
With a foot of snow expected in the high mountain backcountry, avalanche danger is high. Human-caused avalanches are at high risk and you should check forecasts and stay with 8 for storm coverage.
