The Southwest Clean Air Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory,
which is in effect until 1 PM PDT Friday.
An Air Quality Advisory for Smoke has been issued. Wildfires burning in
the region will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels due to smoke
at times through 1 PM PDT Friday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.orcaa.org
www.swcleanair.gov
www.oregon.gov/DEQ
www.lrapa.org
An Air Quality Alert for smoke has been issued by Southwest Clean
Air Agency until 1 PM PDT Friday. Wildfires burning in the region
will cause air quality to reach unhealthy for sensitive groups
due to smoke.
All sensitive groups should limit spending any time
outdoors. People with health conditions may have worsened symptoms.
Healthy people may start to have symptoms.
Wildfire smoke can cause burning eyes, sore throat, headache,
coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and worsening of heart
and lung conditions.
For current current air quality conditions, health precautions,
and additional information on wildland fire smoke, visit the
Southwest Clean Air Agency website at swcleanair.gov or the
Washington Smoke Blog at http://wasmoke.blogspot.com. You may also
contact your local air quality agency.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s to low
90s expected. This will pose a moderate to isolated major risk of
heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s expected.
This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Lower Chehalis Valley Area and Southwest Interior.
* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Red Flag
Warning for thunderstorms and gusty outflow winds, which is in
effect from 10 AM Friday to midnight PDT Friday night.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North
Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet.
* THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered thunderstorms are expected over the
North Cascades with LAL of 3 during the afternoon and evening
hours.
* OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusty and erratic winds are possible in the
vicinity of any thunderstorms that develop.
* IMPACTS...Scattered lightning in dry fuels can cause multiple
fire starts. Thunderstorms can also bring sudden sharp wind
shifts on existing fires, causing rapid changes in a fire's
rate of spread and direction of spread. Thunderstorm outflow
winds can be a threat for several hours following the start of
a new lightning-caused fire. If a fire were to begin, air
quality may diminish in the surrounding area.
The Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency has issued an Air Quality
Alert...IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
A Smoke Air Quality Alert has been issued. Wildfires burning in the
region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to
reach unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes...runny nose...aggravate
heart and lung diseases...and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information about air quality is on the Washington Department of
Ecology Web site at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-
6000.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s to low
90s expected. This will pose a moderate to isolated major risk of
heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington.
* WHEN...From noon Thursday to 9 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of elevated smoke and haze are expected
to move over western Washington Thursday and Friday. This could
result in slightly lower temperatures than forecast.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s to low
90s expected. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related
illness.
* WHERE...Lower Chehalis Valley Area and Southwest Interior.
* WHEN...From noon to 9 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of elevated smoke and haze are expected
to move over western Washington Thursday and Friday. This could
result in slightly lower temperatures than forecast.
The Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency has issued an Air Quality
Alert...IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
A Smoke Air Quality Alert has been issued. Wildfires burning in the
region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to
reach unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes...runny nose...aggravate
heart and lung diseases...and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information about air quality is on the Washington Department of
Ecology Web site at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-
6000.
The Southwest Clean Air Agency has issued an Air Quality Advisory,
which is in effect until 1 PM PDT Friday.
An Air Quality Advisory for Smoke has been issued. Wildfires burning in
the region will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels due to smoke
at times through 1 PM PDT Friday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.swcleanair.gov
The Southwest Clean Air Agency and the Oregon Department of
Environmental Quality have issued an Air Quality Advisory,
which is in effect until 8 PM PDT Thursday.
An Air Quality Advisory for smoke and ozone has been issued. Wildfires
burning in the region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air
quality to reach unhealthy levels due to smoke and ozone at times through
8 PM PDT Thursday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.swcleanair.gov
www.oregon.gov/DEQ
An Air Quality Alert for smoke has been issued by Southwest Clean
Air Agency until 1 PM PDT Friday. Smoke from wildfires in the area is
forecast to mix down to the surface, which will cause air quality to
reach unhealthy levels for sensitive groups at times through Friday
morning.
All sensitive groups should limit spending any time outdoors.
People with health conditions may have worsened symptoms. Healthy
people may start to have symptoms.
Wildfire smoke can cause burning eyes, sore throat, headache,
coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath, and worsening of heart
and lung conditions.
For current current air quality conditions, health precautions,
and additional information on wildland fire smoke, visit the
Southwest Clean Air Agency website at swcleanair.gov or the
Washington Smoke Blog at http://wasmoke.blogspot.com. You may also
contact your local air quality agency.
The Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency has issued an Air Quality
Alert...IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.
A Smoke Air Quality Alert has been issued. Wildfires burning in the
region combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to
reach unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes...runny nose...aggravate
heart and lung diseases...and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information about air quality is on the Washington Department of
Ecology Web site at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-
6000.
The Southwest Clean Air Agency and the Oregon Department of
Environmental Quality have issued an Air Quality Advisory,
which is in effect until 8 PM PDT Thursday.
An Air Quality Advisory for smoke and ozone has been
issued. Wildfires burning in the region combined with forecasted
conditions will cause air quality to reach unhealthy levels due to
smoke and ozone at times through 8 PM PDT Thursday.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
More information about air quality can be found at:
www.swcleanair.gov
www.oregon.gov/DEQ
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s to low
90s expected. This will pose a moderate to isolated major risk of
heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington.
* WHEN...From noon Thursday to 9 PM PDT Friday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of elevated smoke and haze are expected
to move over western Washington Thursday and Friday. This could
result in slightly lower temperatures than forecast.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures in the upper 80s to low
90s expected. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related
illness.
* WHERE...Lower Chehalis Valley Area and Southwest Interior.
* WHEN...From noon to 9 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas of elevated smoke and haze are expected
to move over western Washington Thursday and Friday. This could
result in slightly lower temperatures than forecast.
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Colville Confederated Tribes
An Air Quality Alert continues for all of Okanogan County until
further notice, due to expected smoke from nearby and regional
wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy and
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels.
Health Impacts and Recommended Actions: When air quality is Unhealthy,
everyone should reduce exposure. When air quality is Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce
exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and
follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for
symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure.
Agricultural and outdoor burning restrictions are in effect.
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Colville Confederated Tribes
An Air Quality Alert continues for all of Okanogan and Ferry
Counties, as well as the Colville Reservation until
further notice, due to expected smoke from nearby and regional
wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy and
Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels.
Health Impacts and Recommended Actions: When air quality is Unhealthy,
everyone should reduce exposure. When air quality is Unhealthy for
Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce
exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and
follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for
symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure.
Agricultural and outdoor burning restrictions are in effect.
* Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 709 Lower Palouse-Snake River.
* Winds: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. Gusty outflow
winds are possible near any thunderstorms.
* Relative Humidities: 10 to 18 percent.
* Thunderstorms: Isolated thunderstorms containing only brief rain
is possible through mid afternoon.
* Impacts: Gusty winds with low relative humidity values through
the early evening may result in rapid fire spread for any new
and ongoing fires.
...ABUNDANT LIGHTNING POSSIBLE WITH THUNDERSTORMS THROUGH THIS
AFTERNOON...
Isolated thunderstorms capable of abundant lightning are possible
across the northern Blues and Wallowa county beginning through
the late afternoon. Abundant lightning is capable of producing new
fire starts.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 643 Northern Blue Mountains
of Oregon, 645 Wallowa District, 692 Blue Mountains of
Washington and 693 Southeast Washington Grande Ronde Valley.
* IMPACTS...Thunderstorms may produce abundant lightning leading
to new fire starts.
* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to widely scattered. Lightning
activity level of 2 to 3.
* OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts as high as 50 mph are possible near
thunderstorms.
