DAILY FORECAST: Rain, snow and warmer temperatures
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IDAHO FALLS — The flood watch in eastern Idaho is in effect from 9 a.m. Saturday, March 4, until Monday, March 6.
Rainfall and rising temperatures will result in snow melt in the following counties: Bonneville, Madison, Bingham, Bannock, Jefferson, Butte, Caribou, Franklin, Oneida and Power. A more severe flood warning remains in effect in Minidoka County and in northern Utah, according to the National Weather Service.
Expect rapid snow melt that may cause pooling of water and flooded roadways at low water crossings. Some roads may become washed out, and homeowners situated in areas of poor drainage may experience flooding.
For the most part the Idaho Transportation Department reports roads are in good condition.
Idaho Highway 34 is listed as in fair condition Saturday morning with icy patches being reported between Soda Springs and the Wyoming State Line.
No major road closures or other major hazards are being reported as of 8 a.m. Saturday.
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Idaho Falls and Rexburg
The Idaho Falls and Rexburg areas will be mostly cloudy Saturday with a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Temperatures will be between 34 to 43 degrees during the day with south winds of 10 to 15 mph. There is a 50 percent chance of rain in the evening with the possibility of snow after midnight. Lows of 27 to 32 are expected.
Pocatello
The Pocatello area will be mostly cloudy on Saturday with a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Expect highs of 37 to 47 degrees with south winds of 10 to 15 mph. In the evening, the chance of rain increases to 50 percent. After midnight the rain is expected to turn to snow resulting in snow accumulation of about 2 inches. Lows of 27 to 34 degrees are expected.
St. Anthony, Ashton, Island Park, Driggs, and Victor
The Upper Valley and Teton Valley will be mostly cloudy Saturday with a chance of snow and rain throughout the day. As much as 1 to 3 inches of snow are predicted during the day with highs of 34 to 41 degrees. The chance for snow and rain continues during the night. An additional 1 to 3 inches of snow are expected with lows of 23 to 30 degrees.
Arco, Challis, and Mackay
It’s going to be mostly cloudy with a chance of snow and rain all day Saturday. As much as 2 inches of snow could fall. Temperatures will be between 33 to 40 degrees during the day. At night temperatures will drop to between 22 and 29 degrees. The chance for rain and snow continues with an additional 1 to 3 inches of snow expected.
Henry, Soda Springs, Downey, and Lava Hot Springs
It will be partly sunny with a slight chance of snow in the afternoon. Temperatures will be between 35 to 43 degrees during the day. Clouds will roll in during the night with a chance of rain and snow. As much as 1 to 3 inches of snow could fall with lows of 24 to 31 degrees.
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