Active AlertsBig Lost Highlands/Copper Basin

What: Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of around 5 inches to 1 foot at elevations 6500 feet to 8000 feet. Above 8000 feet expect 1 to 2 feet of snow. For highest peaks, up to 3 feet of snow is likely. For Galena Summit about 1 foot of snow is expected. Accumulations in Ketchum and Sun Valley will be much lower at 2 inches or less. Winds gusting as high as 35 MPH.
Where: Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin and Sun Valley Region.
When: Until 5 PM MST Thursday.
Impacts: Travel could be very difficult to impossible, mainly over Galena Summit and in backcountry areas. Expect blowing and drifting snow.

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 5 1 1 or visit 511.idaho.gov for the latest road conditions.