Eastern Idaho Clears Overnight Before Mountain Showers
Patchy fog and brief clearing develop tonight, with isolated light showers Thursday afternoon in the mountains before sunshine returns Friday.
Idaho Weather and Disaster News
For readers in Idaho, this page covers weather and disaster reporting, from wildfires and flooding to winter storms and drought. Coverage follows emergency declarations and the recovery work that comes after major events.
Current Conditions
Upper Salmon Steelhead Catch Rates Improve
Angler effort rose sharply on the Upper Salmon River last week as steelhead catches improved upstream of the Middle Fork Salmon River.
Forecasts
Winter Weather Advisory Covers Southern Idaho Mountains
Rain and mountain snow move across southern Idaho from Saturday evening through Sunday, with the advisory running until 5 p.m. Sunday.
Emergency Response
Live Poll
Should the National Guard prioritize local search and rescue missions in your area?
Idaho National Guard Completed Three Rescue Missions
The state's Army National Guard rescued four people across rugged terrain over three days in September.
Natural Disasters
Live Poll
Should the state government prioritize funding wildfire suppression over other local budget needs?
Idaho Reports Costs for 2026 Wildfire Season
State agencies spent $47.3 million to suppress 227 wildfires throughout 2026.
Regular subjects here include wildfire spread and evacuations, river and runoff flooding, winter storms across mountain passes, drought and water supply, and extreme heat. Coverage runs from the Treasure Valley to the high country and the rural counties in between. Mountain terrain and long highway distances mean a single storm can isolate some communities while leaving others untouched. Wildfire season and spring snowmelt flooding are the two patterns that recur most often across the state.