Red Flag Warning
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
241 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...HOT, DRY, WINDY SUNDAY AND MONDAY...
.Hot and dry conditions will be in place on Sunday. Westerly
winds will increase through the day across the East Slopes and
into the Western Columbia Basin. On Monday winds will shift out of
the north to northwest as a cold front passes. The Okanogan Valley
will be especially wind with gusts of 45-55 MPH possible.
WAZ696-131500-
/O.UPG.KOTX.FW.A.0004.250713T2100Z-250714T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.FW.W.0008.250713T2100Z-250714T0400Z/
East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696)-
241 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM PDT SUNDAY FOR
WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 696...
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 Sunday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer
in effect.
* Affected Area: East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696).
* Winds: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.
* Relative Humidities: 18 to 25 percent in eastern half of zone
696 including lower river valleys around Leavenworth, Ardenvoir,
and lower Lake Chelan increasing to 30-40% closer to the crest.
* Impacts: Rapid fire spread is likely with any new fires.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
&&
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URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
241 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...HOT, DRY, WINDY SUNDAY AND MONDAY...
.Hot and dry conditions will be in place on Sunday. Westerly
winds will increase through the day across the East Slopes and
into the Western Columbia Basin. On Monday winds will shift out of
the north to northwest as a cold front passes. The Okanogan Valley
will be especially wind with gusts of 45-55 MPH possible.
WAZ704>706-131500-
/O.UPG.KOTX.FW.A.0004.250713T2100Z-250714T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.FW.W.0008.250713T2100Z-250714T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.FW.A.0005.250714T1900Z-250715T0500Z/
Methow Valley (Zone 704)-
Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705)-
Waterville Plateau (Zone 706)-
241 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM PDT SUNDAY FOR
WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 704, 705,
AND 706...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE
WEATHER ZONES 704, 705, AND 706...
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 Sunday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been
issued. This Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative
humidity is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday
evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
* Affected Area: Methow Valley (Zone 704), Foothills of Central
Washington Cascades (Zone 705) and Waterville Plateau (Zone
706).
* Winds: Sunday: Northwest 10 to 20 MPH with gusts up to 30 MPH.
Monday: Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 MPH, highest
on the Waterville Plateau.
* Relative Humidities: 15 to 22 percent.
* Impacts: Rapid fire spread is likely with any new or existing
fires.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
&&
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Heat Advisory
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
851 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
ORZ041-044-507-WAZ024-026>029-132115-
/O.CON.KPDT.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon-Lower Columbia Basin of
Oregon-Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon-Eastern
Columbia River Gorge of Washington-Kittitas Valley-Yakima Valley-
Lower Columbia Basin of Washington-Foothills of the Blue
Mountains of Washington-
Including the cities of Boardman, Tri-Cities, Athena, Pendleton,
Sunnyside, Prosser, The Dalles, Toppenish, Thorp, Ellensburg,
Arlington, Waitsburg, Hermiston, Pilot Rock, White Salmon,
Dayton, Connell, Ione, Walla Walla, Yakima, and Naches
851 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures around 102 degrees. This
will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington,
Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, Foothills of the
Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Kittitas Valley, Yakima Valley,
and Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. Extreme heat
will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for
much of the population, especially those who are heat sensitive
and those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures are expected to peak on Sunday.
Afternoon highs may reach as high as 105 degrees across the lower
Columbia Basin.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and
pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any
circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
For sheltering information and other human services in your area,
dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org for Oregon or
wa211.org for Washington anytime.
&&
$$
LN
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
315 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
IDZ002-026-WAZ032-034>036-041-043-044-130900-
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Coeur d`Alene Area-Lewiston Area-Lower Garfield and Asotin
Counties-Moses Lake Area-Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Wenatchee Area-Okanogan Valley-Waterville Plateau-
Including the cities of Alpowa Summit, Creston, Othello,
Rockford, Entiat, Okanogan, Davenport, Bridgeport, Lewiston
Grade, Pomeroy, Omak, Fairfield, Airway Heights, Number 2 Canyon,
Disautel Pass, Culdesac, Gifford, Oroville, Post Falls, Peck,
Clarkston, Cashmere, Pangborn Airport, Mansfield, Waterville,
Number 1 Canyon, Quincy, Spokane Valley, Tonasket, Badger
Mountain Road, Lapwai, Nespelem, Lewiston, Coulee City, Chelan,
Ephrata, Brewster, Hayden, Wenatchee, Harrington, Odessa, Worley,
Ritzville, Wilbur, Grand Coulee, Moses Lake, Downtown Spokane,
Coeur d`Alene, and Cheney
315 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...High temperatures 95-105 expected. Overnight low
temperatures 65-75.
* WHERE...Alpowa Summit, Creston, Othello, Rockford, Entiat,
Okanogan, Davenport, Bridgeport, Lewiston Grade, Pomeroy, Omak,
Fairfield, Airway Heights, Number 2 Canyon, Disautel Pass,
Culdesac, Gifford, Oroville, Post Falls, Peck, Clarkston,
Cashmere, Pangborn Airport, Mansfield, Waterville, Number 1
Canyon, Quincy, Spokane Valley, Tonasket, Badger Mountain Road,
Lapwai, Nespelem, Lewiston, Coulee City, Chelan, Ephrata,
Brewster, Hayden, Wenatchee, Harrington, Odessa, Worley,
Ritzville, Wilbur, Grand Coulee, Moses Lake, Downtown Spokane,
Coeur d`Alene, and Cheney.
* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. Warm low
temperatures will limit ability to cool indoor spaces overnight
for those without air conditioning.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
If you have access to air conditioning, use it, or find a location
that does. Even a few hours in a cool location can lower risk. Fans
may not be adequate.
&&
$$
Fewkes
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
202 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
ORZ108-WAZ204-131200-
/O.EXA.KPQR.HT.Y.0002.250713T1800Z-250714T0500Z/
/O.CON.KPQR.XH.A.0001.250715T1900Z-250717T0700Z/
Lower Columbia River-Cowlitz County Lowlands-
Including the cities of Rainier, Clatskanie, Woodland, Scappoose,
St. Helens, Kalama, Kelso, Longview, and Castle Rock
202 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 10 PM PDT SUNDAY...
...EXTREME HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures between 90 to 95
expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions
with temperatures between to 90 to 100 degrees possible.
* WHERE...Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 10 PM PDT Sunday. For
the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in a cool place during the heat of the
day, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and
neighbors. For those without air conditioning, use fans to keep air
moving. Keeps windows closed during the day and open at night,
unless air quality is degraded due to wildfire smoke.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
&&
$$
Dense Fog Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
PZZ210-131800-
/O.NEW.KPQR.MF.Y.0006.250713T0230Z-250713T1800Z/
Columbia River Bar-
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT SUNDAY...
* WHAT...Dense fog will reduce visibility to 1/2 NM or less.
* WHERE...In the Main Channel of the Columbia River Bar.
* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Low visibility will make navigation difficult.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
PZZ251-131830-
/O.NEW.KPQR.MF.Y.0006.250713T0230Z-250713T1800Z/
/O.CON.KPQR.SC.Y.0087.250713T0600Z-250714T1200Z/
Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out
10 NM-
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 5 AM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, dense fog will reduce
visibility to 1/2 NM or less. For the Small Craft Advisory,
seas 5 to 8 ft at 11 seconds and north winds 10 to 20 kt with
gusts up to 25 kt expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon
OR out 10 NM.
* WHEN...Dense Fog Advisory, until 11 AM PDT Sunday. Small Craft
Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low
visibility will make navigation difficult.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.
&&
$$
Small Craft Advisory
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
PZZ251-131830-
/O.NEW.KPQR.MF.Y.0006.250713T0230Z-250713T1800Z/
/O.CON.KPQR.SC.Y.0087.250713T0600Z-250714T1200Z/
Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR out
10 NM-
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...DENSE FOG ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT SUNDAY...
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 5 AM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...For the Dense Fog Advisory, dense fog will reduce
visibility to 1/2 NM or less. For the Small Craft Advisory,
seas 5 to 8 ft at 11 seconds and north winds 10 to 20 kt with
gusts up to 25 kt expected.
* WHERE...Coastal waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon
OR out 10 NM.
* WHEN...Dense Fog Advisory, until 11 AM PDT Sunday. Small Craft
Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. Low
visibility will make navigation difficult.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
If you must navigate, proceed with caution. Use proper fog
signals. Make sure all running lights are on. Remember to use
your radar and compass.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
PZZ271-131830-
/O.CON.KPQR.SC.Y.0087.250713T0600Z-250714T1200Z/
Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR from 10 to 60 NM-
730 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING
TO 5 AM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Seas 6 to 9 ft at 10 seconds and north winds 15 to 20
kt with gusts up to 25 kt expected.
* WHERE...Waters from Cape Shoalwater WA to Cape Falcon OR from
10 to 60 NM.
* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
403 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
PZZ131-132-130715-
/O.CON.KSEW.SC.Y.0094.250713T2200Z-250714T1300Z/
Central U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca-
East Entrance U.S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca-
403 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM SUNDAY TO
6 AM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt.
* WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East
Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca.
* WHEN...From 3 PM Sunday to 6 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 21 to 33 knots
and/or seas 10 feet or higher are expected to produce hazardous
wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.
&&
$$
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
403 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
PZZ134-130715-
/O.CON.KSEW.SC.Y.0094.250714T0000Z-250714T1000Z/
Admiralty Inlet-
403 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM SUNDAY TO
3 AM PDT MONDAY...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt.
* WHERE...Admiralty Inlet.
* WHEN...From 5 PM Sunday to 3 AM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 21 to 33 knots
and/or seas 10 feet or higher are expected to produce hazardous
wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.
&&
$$
For more information from the National Weather Service visit
http://weather.gov/seattle
URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
403 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
PZZ153-156-130700-
/O.NEW.KSEW.SC.Y.0095.250712T2303Z-250713T0700Z/
Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville Out 10 Nm-
Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape Shoalwater Out 10 Nm-
403 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL MIDNIGHT PDT TONIGHT...
* WHAT...Northwest winds 15 to 25 kt.
* WHERE...Coastal Waters From James Island To Point Grenville
Out 10 Nm and Coastal Waters From Point Grenville To Cape
Shoalwater Out 10 Nm.
* WHEN...Until midnight PDT tonight.
* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Small Craft Advisory means that wind speeds of 21 to 33 knots
and/or seas 10 feet or higher are expected to produce hazardous
wave conditions to small craft. Inexperienced mariners,
especially those operating smaller vessels should avoid
navigating in these conditions.
&&
$$
Extreme Heat Watch
URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
202 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
ORZ108-WAZ204-131200-
/O.EXA.KPQR.HT.Y.0002.250713T1800Z-250714T0500Z/
/O.CON.KPQR.XH.A.0001.250715T1900Z-250717T0700Z/
Lower Columbia River-Cowlitz County Lowlands-
Including the cities of Rainier, Clatskanie, Woodland, Scappoose,
St. Helens, Kalama, Kelso, Longview, and Castle Rock
202 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM TO 10 PM PDT SUNDAY...
...EXTREME HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY AFTERNOON
THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING...
* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures between 90 to 95
expected. For the Extreme Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions
with temperatures between to 90 to 100 degrees possible.
* WHERE...Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys.
* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, from 11 AM to 10 PM PDT Sunday. For
the Extreme Heat Watch, from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday
evening.
* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in a cool place during the heat of the
day, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and
neighbors. For those without air conditioning, use fans to keep air
moving. Keeps windows closed during the day and open at night,
unless air quality is degraded due to wildfire smoke.
Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.
Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.
To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.
&&
$$
Fire Weather Watch
URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
241 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...HOT, DRY, WINDY SUNDAY AND MONDAY...
.Hot and dry conditions will be in place on Sunday. Westerly
winds will increase through the day across the East Slopes and
into the Western Columbia Basin. On Monday winds will shift out of
the north to northwest as a cold front passes. The Okanogan Valley
will be especially wind with gusts of 45-55 MPH possible.
WAZ704>706-131500-
/O.UPG.KOTX.FW.A.0004.250713T2100Z-250714T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.FW.W.0008.250713T2100Z-250714T0400Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.FW.A.0005.250714T1900Z-250715T0500Z/
Methow Valley (Zone 704)-
Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705)-
Waterville Plateau (Zone 706)-
241 PM PDT Sat Jul 12 2025
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM PDT SUNDAY FOR
WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 704, 705,
AND 706...
...FIRE WEATHER WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE
WEATHER ZONES 704, 705, AND 706...
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 Sunday. A Fire Weather Watch has also been
issued. This Fire Weather Watch for wind and low relative
humidity is in effect from Monday afternoon through Monday
evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.
* Affected Area: Methow Valley (Zone 704), Foothills of Central
Washington Cascades (Zone 705) and Waterville Plateau (Zone
706).
* Winds: Sunday: Northwest 10 to 20 MPH with gusts up to 30 MPH.
Monday: Northwest 15 to 25 mph with gusts 35 to 45 MPH, highest
on the Waterville Plateau.
* Relative Humidities: 15 to 22 percent.
* Impacts: Rapid fire spread is likely with any new or existing
fires.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now....or will shortly. A combination of
strong winds...low relative humidity...and warm temperatures can
contribute to extreme fire behavior.
A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions
are forecast to occur. Listen for later forecasts and possible
Red Flag Warnings.
&&
$$
