Boise touched a record high of 97° breaking the old record of 95° set in 2012. The excessive heat is causing the Lava Fire in northern Gem County to explode with a visible pyrocumulus cloud over the top of the smoke plume.
Scott Dorval is a journalist based in Nampa, Idaho, writing for KIVI-TV. With a focus on local weather and climate, Scott provides up-to-date information on current conditions, forecasts, and changes in the weather patterns in the Nampa area. His articles also delve into the science behind weather phenomena and provide insights into the impact of weather on the local community.