NOAA Current Watches-WA

...ISOLATED TO WIDELY SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING... An offshore upper level trough will bring increasing instability and moisture across the area. Thunderstorms will begin to develop early in the afternoon on Wednesday across south central Oregon, and move across eastern and northeastern Oregon as well as across far southeastern Washington throughout the afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms will be capable of strong outflows, small hail, and abundant lightning. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 692 Blue Mountains of Washington and 693 Southeast Washington Grande Ronde Valley. * IMPACTS...Any lightning strikes combined with hot and dry conditions could cause new fire starts. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to widely scattered. Lightning activity level of 2 to 3. * OUTFLOW WINDS...40 to 50 mph. Thunderstorm outflow winds may result in erratic fire spread. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-24T03:10:00-07:00 2024-07-24T03:10:00-07:00 2024-07-24T14:00:00-07:00 2024-07-24T15:00:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Severe Likely Blue Mountains of Washington; Southeast Washington Grande Ronde Valley SAME 053003 SAME 053013 SAME 053023 SAME 053071 UGC WAZ692 UGC WAZ693 AWIPSidentifier RFWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS86 KPDT 241010 NWSheadline RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES WA692 AND WA693 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KPDT.FW.W.0010.240724T2100Z-240725T0600Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-25T06:00:00+00:00 expiredReferences w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.becf2464eae2d001e47d61fdd7c3a94358098e31.002.1,2024-07-23T12:37:00-07:00

...ISOLATED TO WIDELY SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING... An offshore upper level trough will bring increasing instability and moisture across the area. Thunderstorms will begin to develop early in the afternoon on Wednesday across south central Oregon, and move across eastern and northeastern Oregon as well as across far southeastern Washington throughout the afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms will be capable of strong outflows, small hail, and abundant lightning. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 692 Blue Mountains of Washington and 693 Southeast Washington Grande Ronde Valley. * IMPACTS...Any lightning strikes combined with hot and dry conditions could cause new fire starts. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to widely scattered. Lightning activity level of 2 to 3. * OUTFLOW WINDS...40 to 50 mph. Thunderstorm outflow winds may result in erratic fire spread. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-23T21:37:00-07:00 2024-07-23T21:37:00-07:00 2024-07-24T14:00:00-07:00 2024-07-24T08:00:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Severe Likely Blue Mountains of Washington; Southeast Washington Grande Ronde Valley SAME 053003 SAME 053013 SAME 053023 SAME 053071 UGC WAZ692 UGC WAZ693 AWIPSidentifier RFWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS86 KPDT 240437 NWSheadline RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 11 PM PDT WEDNESDAY FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES WA692 AND WA693 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KPDT.FW.W.0010.240724T2100Z-240725T0600Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-25T06:00:00+00:00

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes An Air Quality Alert, issued for all of Chelan County plus the Methow Valley down to Brewster in Okanogan County as well as the Colville Reservation 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. Air Quality Alert 2024-07-23T16:51:00-07:00 2024-07-23T16:50:00-07:00 2024-07-23T16:50:00-07:00 2024-07-25T17:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Unknown Unknown Unknown Chelan, WA; Ferry, WA; Okanogan, WA SAME 053007 SAME 053019 SAME 053047 UGC WAC007 UGC WAC019 UGC WAC047 AWIPSidentifier AQAOTX WMOidentifier AEUS76 KOTX 232351 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS

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 Wednesday. * Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 703 Okanogan Valley (Zone 703). * Winds: Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * Relative Humidities: 14 to 20 percent. * Impacts: Any new or existing fires will have the potential to spread rapidly. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-23T14:15:00-07:00 2024-07-23T14:15:00-07:00 2024-07-24T14:00:00-07:00 2024-07-24T07:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Severe Likely Okanogan Valley SAME 053017 SAME 053047 UGC WAZ703 AWIPSidentifier RFWOTX WMOidentifier WWUS86 KOTX 232115 NWSheadline RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM PDT WEDNESDAY FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 703 (OKANOGAN VALLEY) BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.NEW.KOTX.FW.W.0009.240724T2100Z-240725T0400Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-25T04:00:00+00:00

The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 708 Eastern Columbia Basin - Palouse -Spokane Area (Zone 708) and Fire Weather Zone 709 Lower Palouse -Snake River (Zone 709). * Winds: West 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * Relative Humidities: 15 to 20 percent. * Impacts: Any new or existing fires will have the potential to spread rapidly. Fire Weather Watch 2024-07-23T14:15:00-07:00 2024-07-23T14:15:00-07:00 2024-07-25T13:00:00-07:00 2024-07-24T07:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Future Severe Possible Eastern Columbia Basin / Palouse / Spokane Area; Lower Palouse / Snake River SAME 053001 SAME 053019 SAME 053021 SAME 053025 SAME 053043 SAME 053047 SAME 053063 SAME 053065 SAME 053075 SAME 053003 SAME 053013 SAME 053023 SAME 053071 UGC WAZ708 UGC WAZ709 AWIPSidentifier RFWOTX WMOidentifier WWUS86 KOTX 232115 NWSheadline FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR EASTERN COLUMBIA BASIN, PALOUSE, SPOKANE AREA, LOWER PALOUSE, SNAKE RIVER (FIRE WEATHER ZONES 708 AND 709) BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.NEW.KOTX.FW.A.0007.240725T2000Z-240726T0400Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-26T04:00:00+00:00

...ISOLATED TO WIDELY SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING... .An upper level trough offshore will be increasing instability and moisture across the area, especially across the Blue mountains. Thunderstorms will begin to develop early in the afternoon across south central Oregon, and move across eastern and northeastern Oregon as well as across far southeastern Washington throughout the afternoon and evening. Thunderstorms will be capable of strong outflows, small hail, and abundant lightning. The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for abundant lightning, which is in effect from 2 PM to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 692 Blue Mountains of Washington and 693 Southeast Washington Grande Ronde Valley. * IMPACTS...Any lightning strikes combined with hot and dry conditions could cause new fire starts. * THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to widely scattered. Lightning activity level of 2 to 3. * OUTFLOW WINDS...40 to 50 mph. Thunderstorm outflow winds may result in erratic fire spread. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-23T12:37:00-07:00 2024-07-23T12:37:00-07:00 2024-07-24T14:00:00-07:00 2024-07-24T00:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Severe Likely Blue Mountains of Washington; Southeast Washington Grande Ronde Valley SAME 053003 SAME 053013 SAME 053023 SAME 053071 UGC WAZ692 UGC WAZ693 AWIPSidentifier RFWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS86 KPDT 231937 NWSheadline RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 11 PM PDT WEDNESDAY FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES WA692 AND WA693 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.NEW.KPDT.FW.W.0010.240724T2100Z-240725T0600Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-25T06:00:00+00:00

* WHAT...Northwest winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Kittitas Valley. * WHEN...Until midnight PDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind Advisory 2024-07-22T19:54:00-07:00 2024-07-22T19:54:00-07:00 2024-07-22T19:54:00-07:00 2024-07-23T00:00:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Moderate Likely Kittitas Valley SAME 053037 SAME 053077 UGC WAZ026 AWIPSidentifier NPWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS76 KPDT 230254 NWSheadline WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KPDT.WI.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240723T0700Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T07:00:00+00:00

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington. * WHEN...Until midnight PDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind Advisory 2024-07-22T19:54:00-07:00 2024-07-22T19:54:00-07:00 2024-07-22T19:54:00-07:00 2024-07-23T00:00:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Moderate Likely Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon; Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington SAME 041021 SAME 041055 SAME 041065 SAME 053039 UGC ORZ041 UGC WAZ024 AWIPSidentifier NPWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS76 KPDT 230254 NWSheadline WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KPDT.WI.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-240723T0700Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T07:00:00+00:00

Strong onshore flow has led to west winds gusting 35 to 45 mph this afternoon, which will continue into this evening. Locally stronger gusts of up to 65 mph have been observed in the most wind-prone locations. These winds will continue until about 8 PM, then gradually ease after sunset. Winds of this magnitude can blow around loose outdoor objects, so it is a good idea to secure them if possible. Some tree limbs may break, leading to isolated power outages this afternoon and evening. Special Weather Statement 2024-07-22T17:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T17:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T17:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T23:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Moderate Observed Upper Hood River Valley; Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor; Central Columbia River Gorge - SR 14 UGC ORZ121 UGC ORZ122 UGC WAZ210 AWIPSidentifier SPSPQR WMOidentifier WWUS86 KPQR 230000 NWSheadline STRONG WEST WINDS TO PERSIST INTO THIS EVENING BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS EAS-ORG WXR

* Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 703 Okanogan Valley (Zone 703). * Winds: South 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * Relative Humidities: 12 to 20 percent. * Impacts: Rapid fire spread with any new or existing fires due to gusty winds. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-22T15:57:00-07:00 2024-07-22T15:57:00-07:00 2024-07-22T15:57:00-07:00 2024-07-22T22:00:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Severe Likely Okanogan Valley SAME 053017 SAME 053047 UGC WAZ703 AWIPSidentifier RFWOTX WMOidentifier WWUS86 KOTX 222257 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KOTX.FW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-240723T0500Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T05:00:00+00:00 expiredReferences w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.9d511e2d7b3b197a022728283d28309fdbc63045.001.1,2024-07-21T13:10:00-07:00

* 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 704 Methow Valley (Zone 704) and Fire Weather Zone 705 Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705). * Winds: West 15 to 20 mph with gusts of 30 mph or more. Be prepared for the arrival of a dry cold front through the late afternoon. * Relative Humidities: 15 to 25 percent in the valleys and 25 to 35 percent over the higher terrain. * Impacts: Rapid fire spread with any new or existing fires due to gusty winds through the evening. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-22T15:57:00-07:00 2024-07-22T15:57:00-07:00 2024-07-22T15:57:00-07:00 2024-07-22T23:00:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Severe Likely East Washington Central Cascades; East Portion of North Cascades National Park / Lake Chelan National Recreation Area; East Washington North Cascades; Methow Valley; Central Washington Cascade Foothills SAME 053007 SAME 053037 SAME 053047 SAME 053017 UGC WAZ696 UGC WAZ697 UGC WAZ698 UGC WAZ704 UGC WAZ705 AWIPSidentifier RFWOTX WMOidentifier WWUS86 KOTX 222257 NWSheadline RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE NORTHERN AND CENTRAL WASHINGTON CASCADES BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KOTX.FW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-240723T0600Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T06:00:00+00:00 expiredReferences w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.9d511e2d7b3b197a022728283d28309fdbc63045.002.1,2024-07-21T13:10:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a76421c52a5fca6e09a41ab11bd0a067048eba0f.001.1,2024-07-21T05:53:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.8825e8a5937bf40f9b81a7eb8de9496c3014c231.001.1,2024-07-20T16:10:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.51ef37b83511cd776099a39ce996cb24eebacd53.001.2,2024-07-20T06:21:00-07:00

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes An Air Quality Alert, issued for all of Chelan County plus the Methow Valley down to Brewster in Okanogan County as well as the Colville Reservation 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. Air Quality Alert 2024-07-22T15:15:00-07:00 2024-07-22T15:12:00-07:00 2024-07-22T15:12:00-07:00 2024-07-23T16:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Unknown Unknown Unknown Chelan, WA; Ferry, WA; Okanogan, WA SAME 053007 SAME 053019 SAME 053047 UGC WAC007 UGC WAC019 UGC WAC047 AWIPSidentifier AQAOTX WMOidentifier AEUS76 KOTX 222215 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS

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. Air Quality Alert 2024-07-22T10:56:00-07:00 2024-07-22T10:56:00-07:00 2024-07-22T10:56:00-07:00 2024-07-23T13:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Unknown Unknown Unknown Chelan, WA; Okanogan, WA SAME 053007 SAME 053047 UGC WAC007 UGC WAC047 AWIPSidentifier AQAOTX WMOidentifier AEUS76 KOTX 221756 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS

* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 degrees. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, Grande Ronde Valley, Wallowa County, John Day Basin, Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Yakima Valley, and Foothills of the Blue Mountains of 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. Heat Advisory 2024-07-22T09:18:00-07:00 2024-07-22T09:18:00-07:00 2024-07-22T09:18:00-07:00 2024-07-22T20:15:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Moderate Likely Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon; Grande Ronde Valley; Wallowa County; John Day Basin; Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Yakima Valley; Lower Columbia Basin of Washington; Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington SAME 041049 SAME 041059 SAME 041061 SAME 041063 SAME 041023 SAME 041031 SAME 041065 SAME 041069 SAME 053077 SAME 053005 SAME 053021 SAME 053039 SAME 053071 SAME 053013 UGC ORZ044 UGC ORZ049 UGC ORZ050 UGC ORZ505 UGC ORZ507 UGC WAZ027 UGC WAZ028 UGC WAZ029 AWIPSidentifier NPWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS76 KPDT 221618 NWSheadline HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PDT THIS EVENING BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KPDT.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240723T0500Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T05:00:00+00:00

* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts of 40 to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to midnight PDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind Advisory 2024-07-22T09:18:00-07:00 2024-07-22T09:18:00-07:00 2024-07-22T14:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T20:15:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Moderate Likely Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon; Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington SAME 041021 SAME 041055 SAME 041065 SAME 053039 UGC ORZ041 UGC WAZ024 AWIPSidentifier NPWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS76 KPDT 221618 NWSheadline WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.NEW.KPDT.WI.Y.0030.240722T2100Z-240723T0700Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T07:00:00+00:00

* WHAT...Northwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts of 40 to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Kittitas Valley. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to midnight PDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Wind Advisory 2024-07-22T09:18:00-07:00 2024-07-22T09:18:00-07:00 2024-07-22T14:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T20:15:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Moderate Likely Kittitas Valley SAME 053037 SAME 053077 UGC WAZ026 AWIPSidentifier NPWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS76 KPDT 221618 NWSheadline WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.NEW.KPDT.WI.Y.0030.240722T2100Z-240723T0700Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T07:00:00+00:00

* Affected Area: Fire Weather Zone 703 Okanogan Valley (Zone 703). * Winds: South 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * Relative Humidities: 12 to 20 percent. * Lightning: There is 10% chance for thunderstorms over western and central Okanogan county between 6 AM and 11 AM followed by additional isolated lightning between 2 PM and 5 PM. Gusty outflow winds up to 35 mph possible. * Impacts: Rapid fire spread with any new or existing fires due to gusty winds. Isolated thunderstorms will bring the risk for new fire starts and gusty and erratic outflow winds. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-22T05:37:00-07:00 2024-07-22T05:37:00-07:00 2024-07-22T14:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T16:30:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Severe Likely Okanogan Valley SAME 053017 SAME 053047 UGC WAZ703 AWIPSidentifier RFWOTX WMOidentifier WWUS86 KOTX 221237 BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KOTX.FW.W.0008.240722T2100Z-240723T0500Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T05:00:00+00:00

* 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 704 Methow Valley (Zone 704) and Fire Weather Zone 705 Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705). * Winds: West 15 to 20 mph with gusts of 30 mph or more. Be prepared for the arrival of a dry cold front between 4 PM and 6 PM. * Relative Humidities: 15 to 25 percent in the valleys and 25 to 35 percent over the higher terrain. * Lightning: There is a 10 percent chance of thunderstorms over Chelan county prior to 9 AM. There is a 10 percent chance of thunderstorms across western and central Okanogan county between 6 AM and 11 AM followed by additional isolated lightning between 2 PM and 5 PM. * Impacts: Isolated thunderstorms will bring the risk for new fire starts and gusty and erratic outflow winds. Rapid fire spread with any new or existing fires due to gusty winds Monday afternoon and evening. Red Flag Warning 2024-07-22T05:37:00-07:00 2024-07-22T05:37:00-07:00 2024-07-22T05:37:00-07:00 2024-07-22T16:30:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Severe Likely East Washington Central Cascades; East Portion of North Cascades National Park / Lake Chelan National Recreation Area; East Washington North Cascades; Methow Valley; Central Washington Cascade Foothills SAME 053007 SAME 053037 SAME 053047 SAME 053017 UGC WAZ696 UGC WAZ697 UGC WAZ698 UGC WAZ704 UGC WAZ705 AWIPSidentifier RFWOTX WMOidentifier WWUS86 KOTX 221237 NWSheadline RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE NORTHERN AND CENTRAL WASHINGTON CASCADES BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KOTX.FW.W.0007.000000T0000Z-240723T0600Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T06:00:00+00:00 expiredReferences w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a76421c52a5fca6e09a41ab11bd0a067048eba0f.001.1,2024-07-21T05:53:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.8825e8a5937bf40f9b81a7eb8de9496c3014c231.001.1,2024-07-20T16:10:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.51ef37b83511cd776099a39ce996cb24eebacd53.001.2,2024-07-20T06:21:00-07:00

* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 degrees. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, Grande Ronde Valley, Wallowa County, John Day Basin, Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Yakima Valley, and Foothills of the Blue Mountains of 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. Heat Advisory 2024-07-22T04:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T04:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T04:00:00-07:00 2024-07-22T15:00:00-07:00 Actual Alert Met Expected Moderate Likely Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon; Grande Ronde Valley; Wallowa County; John Day Basin; Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Yakima Valley; Lower Columbia Basin of Washington; Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington SAME 041049 SAME 041059 SAME 041061 SAME 041063 SAME 041023 SAME 041031 SAME 041065 SAME 041069 SAME 053077 SAME 053005 SAME 053021 SAME 053039 SAME 053071 SAME 053013 UGC ORZ044 UGC ORZ049 UGC ORZ050 UGC ORZ505 UGC ORZ507 UGC WAZ027 UGC WAZ028 UGC WAZ029 AWIPSidentifier NPWPDT WMOidentifier WWUS76 KPDT 221100 NWSheadline HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PDT THIS EVENING... ...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IS CANCELLED BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.EXB.KPDT.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-240723T0500Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T05:00:00+00:00

* WHAT...High temperatures 95 to 105 this afternoon. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Today won't be as hot as it was Sunday, but the risk of heat related illnesses remains high for those without access to air conditioning. Exposure to hot weather day after day increases the potential for heat stress. Excessive Heat Warning 2024-07-22T03:55:00-07:00 2024-07-22T03:55:00-07:00 2024-07-22T03:55:00-07:00 2024-07-22T20:00:00-07:00 Actual Update Met Expected Severe Likely Northern Panhandle; Coeur d'Alene Area; Idaho Palouse; Central Panhandle Mountains; Lewiston Area; Lewis and Southern Nez Perce Counties; Northeast Blue Mountains; Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties; Washington Palouse; Moses Lake Area; Upper Columbia Basin; Spokane Area; Northeast Mountains; Okanogan Highlands; Wenatchee Area; Okanogan Valley; Waterville Plateau; Central Chelan County; Western Okanogan County SAME 016017 SAME 016021 SAME 016055 SAME 016009 SAME 016057 SAME 016079 SAME 016069 SAME 016061 SAME 053003 SAME 053023 SAME 053063 SAME 053075 SAME 053001 SAME 053025 SAME 053017 SAME 053043 SAME 053047 SAME 053051 SAME 053065 SAME 053019 SAME 053007 UGC IDZ001 UGC IDZ002 UGC IDZ003 UGC IDZ004 UGC IDZ026 UGC IDZ027 UGC WAZ031 UGC WAZ032 UGC WAZ033 UGC WAZ034 UGC WAZ035 UGC WAZ036 UGC WAZ037 UGC WAZ038 UGC WAZ041 UGC WAZ043 UGC WAZ044 UGC WAZ047 UGC WAZ049 AWIPSidentifier NPWOTX WMOidentifier WWUS76 KOTX 221055 NWSheadline EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING BLOCKCHANNEL EAS BLOCKCHANNEL NWEM BLOCKCHANNEL CMAS VTEC /O.CON.KOTX.EH.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240723T0300Z/ eventEndingTime 2024-07-23T03:00:00+00:00 expiredReferences w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.63337c61052667b487a56f4c5671257e9ba18961.001.1,2024-07-21T06:54:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.69c802d481b6779c746cc4679b25eb17fcfb32ec.001.1,2024-07-20T12:13:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.eb3b74218038deb537b751997c538d071b1cd50a.004.1,2024-07-19T12:06:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.eb3b74218038deb537b751997c538d071b1cd50a.003.1,2024-07-19T12:06:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.eb3b74218038deb537b751997c538d071b1cd50a.001.1,2024-07-19T12:06:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.eb3b74218038deb537b751997c538d071b1cd50a.002.1,2024-07-19T12:06:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f7cf3d7a2f3f77e0742892282f921a1bf0af9060.004.1,2024-07-18T16:56:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f7cf3d7a2f3f77e0742892282f921a1bf0af9060.003.1,2024-07-18T16:56:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f7cf3d7a2f3f77e0742892282f921a1bf0af9060.002.1,2024-07-18T16:56:00-07:00 w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov,urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f7cf3d7a2f3f77e0742892282f921a1bf0af9060.001.1,2024-07-18T16:56:00-07:00