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These schools are closed or delayed Tuesday, Jan. 16, due to cold weather

Rett Nelson — Tue, 16 Jan 2024 02:25:44 +0000

IDAHO FALLS — The following eastern Idaho schools have announced classes are delayed or canceled Tuesday due to extreme weather conditions:

Delays

West Jefferson School District 253 is on a two-hour delay

Closures

American Falls School District 381
Arbon School District 383

EastIdahoNews.com will update this list if any other delays are announced.

The National Weather Service in Pocatello issued a wind chill warning Monday that’s in effect until 9 a.m. Tuesday. Sub zero temperatures are expected overnight with dangerously cold wind chills.

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Another wind chill warning has been issued, but is warmth on the horizon?

Andrea Olson — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 19:06:27 +0000

Outside EastIdahoNews.com in Idaho Falls on Monday morning. | Andrea Olson, EastIdahoNews.com

POCATELLO — Consider staying indoors during the mornings, dressing in layers, and being aware of frostbite. A wind chill warning has been issued by the National Weather Service in Pocatello for midnight to 9 a.m. Tuesday.

“Tonight is the coldest night. Just about everybody in eastern Idaho will get below zero. There might be a few spots like around Burley or close to the Utah border that stays around zero or 1 or 2 degrees,” said Andrew McKaughan, a meteorologist with NWS, on Monday.

In areas like Island Park and Dubois, dangerously cold wind chills are expected to be as low as 30 below zero.

“Just be safe out there. If you are going out tomorrow (Tuesday) morning, it’s going to be quite cold. Be sure to bundle up,” McKaughan said.

Mud Lake, St. Anthony, Rexburg, Rigby, Idaho Falls, Ammon, Bancroft, Grace, Soda Springs, Ashton, Driggs, Victor and Swan Valley could see wind chills as low as 25 below zero, according to the warning.

Snow is also in the forecast this week.

“There will be another system that comes through probably during the overnight hours Wednesday morning and into the day Wednesday. That’s our next round,” McKaughan said. “Snowfall amounts are probably 2 to 4 inches across the lower elevations — our valleys — and then 4 to 8 inches maybe across the higher terrains.”

As for the cold temperatures, there is some relief in sight.

“After that Wednesday system, it does look like our temperatures start to warm up in the later part of the week. It should rise above freezing for daytime highs everywhere. Maybe upper 30s, low 40s, so there is some warmer weather on the horizon by the looks of it,” he added.

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Wind chill warning in effect Sunday night, Monday morning

Mary Boyle — Mon, 15 Jan 2024 03:23:27 +0000

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POCATELLO — The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a wind chill warning that will be in effect from 2 a.m. to 11 a.m. Monday.

Areas like Island Park, Kilgore, Dubois, Spencer and Small will be dangerously cold. The NWS expects wind chills as low as -35 degrees.

Avoid outside activities if possible. Wear layered clothing, mittens or gloves and a hat if you need to go outside.

According to the NWS, wind chills could cause frostbite on exposed skin in as little as 10 minutes. If you notice redness or pain in any skin area, get out of the cold or add protective clothing — frostbite may be beginning. Any of the following signs may point to frostbite:

A white or grayish-yellow skin area
Skin that feels unusually firm or waxy
Numbness

See medical care if you notice signs of frostbite on yourself or someone else.

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City of Idaho Falls issues a snow event; parking restrictions are now in place.

EastIdahoNews.com Staff — Sun, 14 Jan 2024 15:45:46 +0000

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The following is a news release from the city of Idaho Falls.

IDAHO FALLS — The recent snowfall resulted in more than two inches of snow, which qualifies as a snow event. Parking restrictions are now in place for all roads located within Idaho Falls city limits until further notice.

Vehicles parked on streets after a snow event is called will be subject to ticketing and relocation in accordance with the City’s Snow and Ice Control Policies and Procedures Manual.

A snow event in Idaho Falls means three things: 1) parking restrictions are in place for all streets; 2) snowplows have begun plowing streets on a priority basis; and 3) property owners must remove snow and ice from their sidewalks within 24 hours following the cessation of the precipitation.

Plowing approximately 783 lane miles within city limits typically takes about 72 hours, unless more precipitation falls, then the process starts over. It’s anticipated Idaho Falls will receive additional snow in the coming days, extending the snow removal process.

Click here to view the interactive snow removal map. Zoom in on the map to see addresses and dates.

SNOW REMOVAL SCHEDULE

ZONE B: Zone B is currently being plowed and will continue to be plowed until completion. Zone B is the majority of the city and is colored yellow on the zone map.

DOWNTOWN: Downtown will be plowed during the early morning hours of Monday, Jan. 15, from midnight to 7 a.m. to minimize the impact on businesses. Downtown is colored gray on the zone map.

ZONE A: Zone A is a relatively small area located in the center of the city and is colored green on the zone map. Most of the streets in zone A are relatively narrow, therefore plowing is done over a two-day period to allow residents who utilize on-street parking to find alternative parking. The schedule is as follows:

North and south streets on Thursday, Jan. 18, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
East and west streets on Friday, Jan. 19, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Staying informed about snow removal parking restrictions and other city-related information is easier than ever with Idaho Falls’ new mobile app and text alerts. Go to www.idahofallsidaho.gov and click on the blue Stay Informed/Sign Up button or click here.

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Snow, wind expected as winter storm warning goes into effect

Mary Boyle — Sat, 13 Jan 2024 20:04:38 +0000

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POCATELLO — A winter storm is expected to bring heavy snow to the Magic Valley, southern Idaho and much of eastern Idaho from Saturday evening until early Sunday morning.

The National Weather Service in Pocatello has issued a winter storm warning for the following eastern Idaho counties: Franklin, Oneida, Caribou, Bannock, Bingham, southern Bonneville, eastern Madison and western Teton. Pocatello, Soda Springs, Blackfoot, Preston and Malad City will all be affected.

NWS officials say the region may see between 6 to 13 inches. Ridge tops and higher elevations could get between 8 to 20 inches.

Wind gusts could reach 40 mph, and areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility, according to the warning. Expect widespread winter driving conditions and plan on slippery roads.

NWS suggests keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Click here for an updated list of road closures.

Click here to check out the road conditions. Click here to view the weather in your area, webcams of roads and recent weather stories.

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UPDATED: Highways and roads closed due to extreme weather conditions

Nate Eaton — Sat, 13 Jan 2024 16:00:30 +0000

An Idaho Transportation Department camera shows drifting on Idaho Highway 34 at Blackfoot River Bridge. | ITD

IDAHO FALLS — The following highways in eastern Idaho are closed Saturday due to extreme weather:

Highways

Idaho Highway 34 from Soda Springs to Wyoming state line
Idaho Highway 36 from Idaho 34 to Ovid

The Idaho Transportation Department asks those who do not need to travel to stay home or time their trips around weather conditions. Travelers are reminded to:

Never pass a plow on the right.
Give plows room to work by maintaining at least a three-second following distance.
If multiple plows are working in tandem, do not attempt to move between them.
Stay out of the blind spots.
Drive for conditions.
Allow extra time to travel.

Blowing snow, low visibility and hazardous road conditions have been reported on many roads. A blizzard warning is in effect and several schools have canceled classes Friday due to the weather.

You can find the latest road conditions from ITD here. Live traffic cameras can be viewed here and the weather forecast is available here.

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Winter storm and wind chill warnings issued by the National Weather Service

Andrea Olson — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 19:58:33 +0000

Snow in Ammon on Friday. | Andrea Olson, EastIdahoNews.com

POCATELLO — A winter storm warning and wind chill warning have been issued by the National Weather Service for the weekend.

The winter storm warning is in place from Saturday to Sunday across eastern Idaho.

Heavy snow is expected, with total snow accumulations of 5 to 8 inches in places like Inkom, McCammon, Lava Hot Springs, Malad, and Preston. The warning is in place from 8 a.m. Saturday to 11 a.m. Sunday. A blizzard warning remains in effect until 8 p.m. Friday.

Travel could be very difficult to impossible, the warning says.

Total snow accumulations of 2 to 7 inches is expected in places like Pocatello, Blackfoot, Shelley, Fort Hall and American Falls, according to the warning. The winter storm warning in these areas goes in place from 2 p.m. Saturday to 11 a.m. Sunday. A blizzard warning remains in effect until 2 p.m. Friday.

Places like Montpelier and Swan Valley are expected to get 2 to 7 inches of snow. The winter storm warning is in effect in those areas from 5 p.m. Saturday to 5 p.m. Sunday. The blizzard warning is in effect until 2 a.m. Saturday. A wind chill warning is in effect in these areas from 8 p.m. Friday to 8 a.m. Saturday. Wind chills are expected to be as low as 30 below zero.

A wind chill warning is also in effect from 8 p.m. Friday to 8 a.m. Saturday in areas like Idaho Falls, Rexburg, St. Anthony, Victor, Ashton, Tetonia, and Driggs. Dangerously cold wind chills expected are expected to be as low as 40 below zero.

NWS suggests keeping an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Click here for an updated list of road closures.

Click here to check out the road conditions. Click here to view the weather in your area, webcams of roads and recent weather stories.

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LIVE: Eastern Idaho road web cameras

EastIdahoNews.com Staff — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 15:25:27 +0000

Check out road conditions across the region here.

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Here are the government offices, libraries and other agencies closed Friday due to weather

Nate Eaton — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 14:30:30 +0000

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The following government offices, libraries and other agencies are closed Friday due to extreme weather conditions.

Government offices

City of Pocatello
City of Chubbuck
City of Roberts
Teton County, Idaho
Shoshone-Bannock Tribal Government Offices

Library districts

Madison Library District
Rigby City Library

Other agencies

Community Youth in Action/LIV Teen Center
Shelley Senior Center

A blizzard warning remains in effect for the majority of eastern Idaho Friday. You can find a list of school closures here and road closures here.

Live traffic cameras can be viewed here and you can find the latest weather forecast here.

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These schools are closed Friday, Jan. 12 due to severe weather

Nate Sunderland — Fri, 12 Jan 2024 03:55:09 +0000

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IDAHO FALLS — The following eastern Idaho schools have announced classes are cancelled on Friday, Jan. 12, due to extreme weather conditions:

School Districts

Idaho Falls School District 91
Swan Valley School District 92
Bonneville Joint School District 93
Madison School District 321
Sugar-Salem School District 322
Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25
Jefferson School District 251
Ririe School District 252
West Jefferson School District 253
Teton School District 401

Charter/Private Schools

Grace Lutheran School in Pocatello
Conner Academy in Pocatello
Alpine Academy in Pocatello
Gem Prep Pocatello
Holy Rosary Catholic School in Idaho Falls
Taylor’s Crossing Public Charter School in Idaho Falls
White Pine Charter School in Idaho Falls
Lighthouse Montessori School in Idaho Falls
Snake River Montessori School in Ammon
Vogue Beauty College and Salon in Idaho Falls
Downtown Barber School in Idaho Falls
Acton Academy in Idaho Falls
Austin Kade Academy in IDAHO FALLS

Universities

Idaho State University
The College of Eastern Idaho
Eagle Gate College

The majority of eastern Idaho is under a blizzard warning from Thursday evening until Saturday morning. Significant snowfall and high winds are forecast throughout the region, which will cause poor visibility on eastern Idaho roads.

A number of highways in eastern Idaho were closed Friday morning. Click here for the list.

For the latest road conditions visit 511 Idaho. You can also view road conditions on the EastIdahoNews.com traffic webcam page.

For the latest weather conditions visit the EastIdahoNews.com weather page.

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