Heat Persists Across the Central and Western U.S.; Fire Weather Concerns in the Rockies and High Plains

Record-breaking heat expected in the Central and Western U.S. for the next several days. Gusty winds and low relative humidity will create elevated to critical fire weather conditions over portions of the Rockies and High Plains Wednesday and Thursday. Rain and mountain snow are possible across the Pacific Northwest into the Rockies through Wednesday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Tue, Mar 24, 2026 at 9:28:42 pm PDT

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Choppy Lakes Wednesday

The upcoming week will start out warm and breezy, then end cooler with lighter breezes as a dry cold frontal boundary swings through around midweek. Want to get into the details? Check here: https://tinyurl.com/warm2cool

Gusty west winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph will create choppy lake waters from 2 PM through 11 PM on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026 on Pyramid Lake and Lahontan and Rye Patch Reservoirs. Check lake conditions before heading out and be prepared for a sudden increase in winds and wave heights. Consider postponing boating activities on the lake until a day with less wind.

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Heat Persists Across the Central and Western U.S.; Fire Weather Concerns in the Rockies and High Plains

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