Storm To Bring Rain, Snow, Potential Flooding To Magic Valley ID

Widespread precipitation will continue throughout the Pacific Northwest over the next several days with a new system expected to unleash heavy rain and mountain snow beginning Wednesday evening in southern Idaho.

Heavy rain has been widespread over the past 48 hours in states like Washington and Oregon due to a weather system that formed in the Pacific Ocean and passed through the Hawaiian islands. Another storm will be bringing mountain snow, showers, and the potential for flooding in southern Idaho by Wednesday.

The weather phenomenon known as Pineapple Express has resulted in a few inches of rain in the Western United States, with the system expected to die out Tuesday evening. An atmospheric river is expected to move east into Idaho mid-week and bring strong winds along with a potential for heavy rain that could last as long as 96 hours, according to current data provided by weather.com.

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Atmospheric River To Bring Extended Period Of Rain To South Idaho Beginning Wednesday

Overnight lows Wednesday will drop to around 30 degrees, which will result in fresh snow at elevations above 5,000 feet, and winds will exceed 40 miles per hour, according to the National Weather Service. If current predictions hold true, the rain could continue off and on from Wednesday evening into Sunday.

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Remember, if you'll be traveling to higher elevations this week for a holiday gathering, take necessary supplies with you just in case traffic issues arise. Be safe this week on southern Idaho roadways.