Idaho Snowpack Outlook

Boise State Public Radio | By Frankie Barnhill

Published April 11, 2020 at 8:40 AM MDT

Overall, Idaho has had a pretty good winter when it comes to snowfall. What does that mean for the state’s precipitation picture? Frankie Barnhill explains.

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Frankie Barnhill

Frankie Barnhill is the Senior Producer of Idaho Matters, Boise State Public Radio's daily show and podcast. She's always interested in hearing surprising and enlightening stories about life in the West. Have an idea for Idaho Matters? Drop her a line!

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