Risks of Severe Thunderstorms and Excessive Rainfall; Fire Weather Concerns and Record Warmth

Severe thunderstorms and flash flooding risks increase across the center of the nation today. Meanwhile, ongoing thunderstorms and flash flooding will linger along the Gulf Coast states through the evening. The Great Basin and Intermountain West, warm temperatures and dry fuels with dry lightning may enhance fire weather potential. In addition, across interior Alaska, Red Flag Warning are posted. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Sat, Jun 20, 2026 at 10:00:23 am PDT

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

National Weather Service Seattle/Tacoma, WA

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Saturday Red Flag Warning

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Conditions on Saturday, June 20 remain warm, dry, and breezy across the Inland Northwest. Wind gusts of 30-40 mph are expected in central Washington alongside relative humidity values 12-24 percent. New and ongoing fires will be capable of spreading quickly.

Very warm temperatures will in result moderate HeatRisk by early next week, especially over the Columbia Basin and L-C Valley. Moderate HeatRisk is dangerous to those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. The weekend will cool off slightly before another warmup begins Monday and continues into Thursday with moderate HeatRisk returning.