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Critical Fire Weather and Severe Thunderstorm Threats This Week

Gusty winds and low relative humidity will contribute to critical fire weather Monday over parts of the central and southern High Plains. Scattered to widespread severe thunderstorms may bring damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes Monday through Thursday over the lower Mississippi River Valley and southern Plains into the Midwest and Ohio Valley. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sun, Mar 8, 2026 at 7:28:08 pm PDT

Strong winds develop Sunday from the west and southwest. Strongest winds will be in the mountains along with the Palouse, Columbia Basin, Waterville Plateau, & Spokane area. Widespread wind gusts of 35 to 45 mph will be common with local gusts of up to 50 mph.
Periods of moderate to heavy snow showers will impact the Cascades through Monday night. Check pass reports often and prepare for winter driving conditions if you're headed over the mountain passes.

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