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Dangerous Fire Conditions in the Southern High Plains; Severe Weather in the Central Plains and Upper Midwest; Late-Season Mountain Snow

Dry and windy conditions will produce dangerous fire weather conditions across the southern High Plains into the Southwest. Severe storms, including very large hail, strong tornadoes, and winds, are expected in the central Plains into the Upper Midwest. Heavy late-season snow and record cold temperatures are expected in the northern to central Rockies. Heat is spreading across the eastern U.S.. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, May 17, 2026 at 2:54:35 pm PDT

Isolated thunderstorms are expected across eastern Washington and north Idaho Sunday afternoon between 12 PM and 8 PM. Hazards include lightning, small hail, and gusty winds.
Temperatures overnight will drop into the 30s for much of Northeast Washington into the Idaho Panhandle as well as the Palouse. This will result in areas of frost. Those with sensitive plants and vegetation should take protective action.

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