Flash Flooding Continuing Along the Gulf Coast; Dry Thunderstorms in the West

Excessive rainfall continues to produce life-threatening, locally catastrophic flash flooding along the central Gulf Coast. Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms may cause lightning-ignited fires and erratic behavior due to gusty winds across parts Oregon, California, and the Great Basin into the weekend. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Jun 19, 2026 at 11:48:28 am PDT

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Fire Weather Conditions - Friday

Slight chance For Sierra Nevada Thunderstorms

Dry Thunderstorms - Friday

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Low surface RHs with a 10 to 20 percent chance for thunderstorms this afternoon brings potential for dry thunderstorms on the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada. While the main concern will be on the lee side, an isolated storm or two may develop along the Sierra crest.

11:30 AM PDT Thurs 6/18/26: 15 to 25% chance for afternoon and evening thunderstorms across the Sierra Nevada through Friday. Dry lightning is a concern with strong winds.

15%-25% Probability of Thunderstorms developing Friday, producing less than a tenth of an inch of rain. Thus, Dry Lightning is a Hazard for Fire Weather.

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