Powerful Winds Send Debris Flying, Injuring Two Kids In Idaho
Powerful Winds Send Debris Flying, Injuring Two Kids In Idaho
US · Published Dec 18, 2025
Two children in Twin Falls, Idaho, were critically injured by flying debris due to powerful wind gusts.
Winds between 50-60 mph, with gusts near 68 mph, caused trees and power lines to fall during a Wind Advisory.
Authorities urge residents to avoid large trees, loose debris, and outdoor structures until the winds subside.
Children injured by wind-blown debris while waiting
Two children in Twin Falls, Idaho, sustained critical injuries when powerful wind gusts sent debris flying. The incident occurred as the children were waiting for their school bus. According to authorities, wind speeds ranged between 50 and 60 mph, with gusts reaching nearly 68 mph, causing old and internally weakened trees to topple. The falling trees also brought down power lines, creating a hazardous situation.
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