SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS ON THURSDAY ACROSS FAR EASTERN OREGON AND WESTERN IDAHO
HOT, DRY, AND WINDY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
- Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop across far eastern Oregon and western Idaho on Thursday. Storms will be capable of frequent lightning, gusty outflow winds, and only sporadic wetting rains. While the thunderstorm threat will end by Friday and Saturday, hot, dry, and windy conditions will develop, primarily across southeast Oregon and the higher terrain of southwest Idaho. The driest and windiest day at this time is expected on Saturday.
The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a Red Flag Warning for lightning, which is in effect from noon MDT /11 AM PDT/ today to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ this evening.
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AFFECTED AREA: In Idaho, Fire Weather Zone 423 Owyhee Mountains. In Oregon, Fire Weather Zone 672 Southern Grasslands.
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TIMING: For the Red Flag Warning, from noon MDT /11 AM PDT/ today to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ this evening. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Friday afternoon through Saturday evening.
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THUNDERSTORMS: Scattered coverage with abundant lightning.
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OUTFLOW WINDS: For the Fire Weather Watch, gusty erratic winds up to 50 mph.
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WINDS: For the Fire Weather Watch, southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
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RELATIVE HUMIDITY: 7 to 14 percent.
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IMPACTS: Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
...SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS ON THURSDAY ACROSS FAR EASTERN OREGON AND WESTERN IDAHO... ...HOT, DRY, AND WINDY FRIDAY AND SATURDAY... .Scattered thunderstorms are expected to develop across far eastern Oregon and western Idaho on Thursday. Storms will be capable of frequent lightning, gusty outflow winds, and only sporadic wetting rains. While the thunderstorm threat will end by Friday and Saturday, hot, dry, and windy conditions will develop, primarily across southeast Oregon and the higher terrain of southwest Idaho. The driest and windiest day at this time is expected on Saturday. The National Weather Service in Boise has issued a Red Flag Warning for lightning, which is in effect from noon MDT /11 AM PDT/ today to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ this evening. * AFFECTED AREA...In Idaho, Fire Weather Zone 423 Owyhee Mountains. In Oregon, Fire Weather Zone 672 Southern Grasslands. * TIMING...For the Red Flag Warning, from noon MDT /11 AM PDT/ today to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ this evening. For the Fire Weather Watch, from Friday afternoon through Saturday evening. * THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered coverage with abundant lightning. * OUTFLOW WINDS...For the Fire Weather Watch, gusty erratic winds up to 50 mph. * WINDS...For the Fire Weather Watch, southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...7 to 14 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will occur shortly. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are possible. Listen for later forecasts and possible Red Flag Warnings.
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WHAT: Temperatures up to 107 expected, hottest on Friday.
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WHERE: Portions of south central and southwest Idaho and southeast Oregon.
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WHEN: From 2 PM MDT /1 PM PDT/ this afternoon to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ Saturday.
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IMPACTS: Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially for the young, elderly, and animals.
* WHAT...Temperatures up to 107 expected, hottest on Friday. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Idaho and southeast Oregon. * WHEN...From 2 PM MDT /1 PM PDT/ this afternoon to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially for the young, elderly, and animals.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, 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. 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.
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WHAT: High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires.
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WHERE: Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties.
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WHEN: UNTIL 1 PM PDT FRIDAY.
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IMPACTS: Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women.
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ADDITIONAL DETAILS: Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires. * WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties. * WHEN...UNTIL 1 PM PDT FRIDAY. * IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
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Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed.
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Avoid strenuous outdoor activity.
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Use high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in indoor ventilation systems or portable air purifiers.
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Be aware of smoke in your area and avoid places with the highest levels.
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If you have heart or lung disease, or asthma, follow your healthcare provider's advice.
For current Oregon air quality conditions, please visit: https://aqi.oregon.gov
For additional information, please visit: https://www.oregon.gov/deq
* Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed. * Avoid strenuous outdoor activity. * Use high efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filters in indoor ventilation systems or portable air purifiers. * Be aware of smoke in your area and avoid places with the highest levels. * If you have heart or lung disease, or asthma, follow your healthcare provider's advice. For current Oregon air quality conditions, please visit: https://aqi.oregon.gov For additional information, please visit: https://www.oregon.gov/deq
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