Flash Flood Warning for Ohio Burn Scar, Northwestern Blaine County
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A Flash Flood Warning is in effect for the Ohio burn scar in northwestern Blaine County, Idaho, until 12:15 PM MDT on September 18.
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- Record type
- Flash Flood Warning
- Affected area
- Central Idaho
- Issued
- September 18, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Pocatello ID
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Alert Details
Flash Flood Warning issued by NWS Pocatello ID. Effective from 9:08 AM MDT to 12:15 PM MDT on September 18, 2026.
Affected Areas
Northwestern Blaine County in central Idaho, specifically the Ohio burn scar.
What You Should Do
This is a life threatening situation. Heavy rainfall will cause extensive and severe flash flooding of creeks, streams, and ditches in the Ohio Burn Scar. Severe debris flows can also be anticipated across roads. Roads and driveways may be washed away in places. If you encounter flood waters, climb to safety. Avoid flooded areas.
Expected Conditions
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing heavy rain over the Ohio Burn Scar with an expected rainfall rate of 0.5 to 1 inch in 1 hour. Excessive rainfall over the burn scar will result in debris flow consisting of rock, mud, vegetation and other loose materials.
Timeline
Alert effective from 9:08 AM MDT until 12:15 PM MDT on September 18, 2026.
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