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Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 2:59PM PDT until July 17 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 2 weeks ago
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures up to 101 to 103 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to locally major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, and Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington. * WHEN...From noon Tuesday to 10 PM PDT Wednesday. * 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.
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Fire Weather Watch issued July 15 at 2:58PM PDT until July 17 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 2 weeks ago
...THUNDERSTORMS TO INCREASE CHANCES OF RED FLAG CONDITIONS LATER TUESDAY INTO WEDNESDAY... The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Fire Weather Watch for abundant lightning, which is in effect from Tuesday evening through Wednesday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 690 Kittitas Valley, 694 Yakama Alpine District and 695 East Washington South Central Cascade Mountains. * IMPACTS...Any lightning strikes combined with hot and dry conditions can create new fire starts. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are possible.
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Fire Weather Watch issued July 15 at 2:55PM PDT until July 17 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 2 weeks ago
...SCATTERED DRY THUNDERSTORMS POSSIBLE ON WEDNESDAY... Scattered thunderstorms containing little to no rainfall will be possible over much of North Central Washington Wednesday afternoon and evening. Isolated thunderstorms are possible elsewhere across Eastern Washington and North Idaho. The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Fire Weather Watch for thunderstorms, which is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday evening. * Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 696 East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696), Fire Weather Zone 697 East Portion of North Cascades National Park/Lake Chelan National Recreation Area (Zone 697), Fire Weather Zone 698 East Washington North Cascades (Zone 698), Fire Weather Zone 699 Okanogan Highlands and Kettle Mountains (Zone 699), Fire Weather Zone 702 Colville Reservation (Zone 702), Fire Weather Zone 703 Okanogan Valley (Zone 703), Fire Weather Zone 704 Methow Valley (Zone 704), Fire Weather Zone 705 Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705) and Fire Weather Zone 706 Waterville Plateau (Zone 706). * Thunderstorms: Scattered dry thunderstorms are possible, LAL 6. * Outflow Winds: Gusty and erratic winds are possible in the vicinity of any thunderstorms that develop. * Impacts: Thunderstorms containing little to no rain combined with dry fuels will lead to the potential for new fire starts that may overwhelm initial attack capabilities. Gusty winds near thunderstorms may result in rapid fire spread with any new or existing fires.
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Fire Weather Watch issued July 15 at 2:48PM PDT until July 17 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

8 months 2 weeks ago
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Fire Weather Watch for dry thunderstorms and gusty outflow winds, which is in effect from Tuesday evening through Wednesday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. * THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered thunderstorms with LAL 3. * 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.
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Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 2:12PM PDT until July 18 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 2 weeks ago
* WHAT...Hot conditions during the day for the valleys. Highs 93 to 105. Overnight lows mainly in the upper 50s and 60s. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...From noon Tuesday to 10 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Heat will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
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Heat Advisory issued July 15 at 11:52AM PDT until July 17 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

8 months 2 weeks ago
* WHAT...Daytime temperatures between 95 to 100 expected. Overnight lows between 65 to 70 will limit chances to recover from the heat Tuesday night. * WHERE...In Oregon, Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor, East Portland Metro, Inner Portland Metro, and West Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor. In Washington, Central Columbia River Gorge SR 14 Corridor, East Clark County Lowlands, Inner Vancouver Metro, and West Columbia River Gorge SR 14 Corridor. * WHEN...From 11 AM Tuesday to 8 AM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
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Air Quality Alert issued July 15 at 10:43AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 2 weeks ago
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology An Air Quality Alert, issued for all of Chelan County plus the Methow Valley down to Brewster in Okanogan County will remain in effect until further notice, due to expected smoke from the Pioneer Fire and other 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. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. 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.
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Red Flag Warning issued July 14 at 2:29PM PDT until July 14 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 2 weeks ago
...HOT, DRY, AND UNSTABLE WITH A SLIGHT CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS OVER SOUTHEAST OREGON... ...DRY AND BREEZY CONDITIONS IN THE COLUMBIA BASIN AND KITTITAS VALLEY TODAY... Hot, dry, and unstable conditions continue with a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon and evening primarily in the area around the Strawberry Mountains. Meanwhile, breezy winds and low RHs are expected to continue to produce critical fire weather conditions for the Columbia Basin and Kittitas Valley this afternoon and evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 641 Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, 690 Kittitas Valley and 691 Lower Columbia Basin. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...The combination of sustained wind and low relative humidity will result in conditions conducive to rapid fire spread and extreme fire behavior.
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Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 5:53AM PDT until July 14 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 2 weeks ago
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures of 95 to 105 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon and central, south central, and southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 10 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.
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Red Flag Warning issued July 14 at 5:37AM PDT until July 14 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 2 weeks ago
...HOT, DRY, AND UNSTABLE WITH A SLIGHT CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS OVER SOUTHEAST OREGON... ...DRY AND BREEZY CONDITIONS IN THE COLUMBIA BASIN AND KITTITAS VALLEY TODAY... Hot, dry, and unstable conditions continue with a slight chance of thunderstorms today primarily over the mountains of central Oregon. Meanwhile, breezy winds and low RHs are expected to produce critical fire weather conditions for the Columbia Basin and Kittitas Valley this afternoon and evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 641 Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, 690 Kittitas Valley and 691 Lower Columbia Basin. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...The combination of sustained wind and low relative humidity will result in conditions conducive to rapid fire spread and extreme fire behavior.
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Red Flag Warning issued July 14 at 2:21AM PDT until July 14 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 2 weeks ago
...RED FLAG WARNING FOR WIND AND LOW HUMIDITY SUNDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING ACROSS PARTS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON... * Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 705 Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705), Fire Weather Zone 706 Waterville Plateau (Zone 706), Fire Weather Zone 707 Western Columbia Basin (Zone 707) and Fire Weather Zone 709 Lower Palouse -Snake River (Zone 709). * Winds: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. The winds will be strongest for the Western Columbia Basin in the late afternoon and evening hours. The winds will be strongest for the Lower Palouse Snake River area during the afternoon. * Relative Humidities: 8 to 18 percent. * Impacts: The combination of gusty winds, low relative humidity values, hot temperatures, and dried fuels could lead to rapid fire spread on existing or new fires.
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Heat Advisory issued July 14 at 2:20AM PDT until July 14 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 2 weeks ago
* WHAT...Hot conditions during the day for the valleys. Highs 93 to 105. Overnight lows will be in the upper 50s and 60s. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
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Heat Advisory issued July 13 at 9:08PM PDT until July 14 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 2 weeks ago
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures 95-105 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to locally major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon and central, south central, and southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Sunday. * 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.
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Heat Advisory issued July 13 at 3:24PM PDT until July 14 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 3 weeks ago
* WHAT...Hot conditions during the day for the valleys. Highs 93 to 105. Overnight lows will be in the upper 50s and 60s. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Heat will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
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Heat Advisory issued July 13 at 2:53PM PDT until July 14 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 3 weeks ago
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures 95-105 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to locally major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon and central, south central, and southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Sunday. * 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.
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Red Flag Warning issued July 13 at 2:50PM PDT until July 14 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 3 weeks ago
...HOT, DRY, AND UNSTABLE WITH A CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS OVER SOUTHEAST OREGON THIS WEEKEND... ...DRY AND BREEZY CONDITIONS IN THE COLUMBIA BASIN AND KITTITAS VALLEY SUNDAY... Hot, dry, and unstable conditions continue through the weekend, along with a slight chance of thunderstorms on Sunday primarily over the mountains of central Oregon. Meanwhile, breezy winds and low RHs are expected to produce critical fire weather conditions for the Columbia Basin and Kittitas Valley on Sunday. The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 11 AM to 9 PM PDT Sunday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 641 Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, 690 Kittitas Valley and 691 Lower Columbia Basin. * WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 10 percent. * IMPACTS...The combination of sustained wind and low relative humidity will result in conditions conducive to rapid fire spread and extreme fire behavior.
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Red Flag Warning issued July 13 at 2:05PM PDT until July 14 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 3 weeks ago
...RED FLAG WARNING FOR WIND AND LOW HUMIDITY SUNDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING ACROSS PARTS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON... The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 2 PM to 9 PM PDT Sunday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 705 Foothills of Central Washington Cascades and Fire Weather Zone 706 Waterville Plateau. * Winds: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * Relative Humidities: 10 to 19 percent. * Impacts: The combination of gusty winds, low relative humidity values, hot temperatures, and dried fuels could lead to rapid fire spread on existing or new fires.
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Red Flag Warning issued July 13 at 2:05PM PDT until July 14 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

8 months 3 weeks ago
...RED FLAG WARNING FOR WIND AND LOW HUMIDITY SUNDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING ACROSS PARTS OF CENTRAL AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON... The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 2 PM to 9 PM PDT Sunday. * Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 707 Western Columbia Basin and Fire Weather Zone 709 Lower Palouse-Snake River. * Winds: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. The winds will be strongest for the Western Columbia Basin in the late afternoon and evening hours. The winds will be strongest for the Lower Palouse Snake River area during the afternoon. * Relative Humidities: 8 to 18 percent. * Impacts: The combination of gusty winds, low relative humidity values, hot temperatures, and dried fuels could lead to rapid fire spread on existing or new fires.
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Fire Weather Watch issued July 13 at 5:04AM PDT until July 14 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

8 months 3 weeks ago
...HOT, DRY, AND UNSTABLE WITH A CHANCE OF THUNDERSTORMS OVER SOUTHEAST OREGON THIS WEEKEND... ...DRY AND BREEZY CONDITIONS IN THE COLUMBIA BASIN AND KITTITAS VALLEY SUNDAY... Hot, dry, and unstable conditions look to continue through the weekend with a chance at thunderstorms now on Sunday that could rise up into the region. Meanwhile breezy winds and low RH's may produce critical fire weather conditions for the Columbia Basin and Kittitas Valley on Sunday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 641 Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, 690 Kittitas Valley and 691 Lower Columbia Basin. * WINDS...West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent. * IMPACTS...The combination of sustained wind and low relative humidity will result in conditions conducive to rapid fire spread and extreme fire behavior.
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