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Excessive Heat Warning


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
251 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

WAZ026-027-171400-
/O.CON.KPDT.EH.W.0002.000000T0000Z-240719T0500Z/
Kittitas Valley-Yakima Valley-
Including the cities of Ellensburg, Sunnyside, Yakima, Thorp,
Naches, and Toppenish
251 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions. Afternoon high temperatures of
  95 to 105 degrees accompanied by overnight low temperatures in the
  mid-60s to lower 70s. This will pose a major risk of heat-related
  illness.

* WHERE...Kittitas Valley and Yakima Valley.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...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.

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.

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.

&&

$$


Red Flag Warning


URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
1054 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS WILL CONTINUE TONIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY...

A low pressure system will continue to move north-northeastward
into the Pacific Northwest tonight through Wednesday night. This
system will provide enough moisture and elevated instability for
high-based showers and isolated thunderstorms to continue to
develop tonight through Wednesday.

ORZ610-611-639-640-171500-
/O.CON.KPDT.FW.W.0008.000000T0000Z-240717T1600Z/
East Slopes of Central Oregon Cascades-Deschutes National Forest -
minus Sisters Ranger District-
East Slopes of the Northern Oregon Cascades-
Central Mountains of Oregon-
1054 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PDT WEDNESDAY
FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES OR610, OR611,
OR639, AND OR640...

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 610 East Slopes of Central
  Oregon Cascades, 611 Deschutes National Forest  -minus Sisters
  Ranger District, 639 East Slopes of the Northern Oregon
  Cascades and 640 Central Mountains of Oregon.

* IMPACTS...Any lightning strikes combined with hot and dry
  conditions could cause new fire starts.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms are
  possible.

* OUTFLOW WINDS...35 to 40 mph.

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
1054 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...ISOLATED THUNDERSTORMS WILL CONTINUE TONIGHT THROUGH
WEDNESDAY...

A low pressure system will continue to move north-northeastward
into the Pacific Northwest tonight through Wednesday night. This
system will provide enough moisture and elevated instability for
high-based showers and isolated thunderstorms to continue to
develop tonight through Wednesday.

ORZ641-WAZ690-691-694-695-171500-
/O.CON.KPDT.FW.W.0008.240717T0600Z-240718T0000Z/
Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon-Kittitas Valley-
Lower Columbia Basin-Yakama Alpine District-
East Washington South Central Cascade Mountains-
1054 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT WEDNESDAY
FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES OR641, WA690,
WA691, WA694, AND WA695...

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 641 Lower Columbia Basin of
  Oregon, 690 Kittitas Valley, 691 Lower Columbia Basin, 694
  Yakama Alpine District and 695 East Washington South Central
  Cascade Mountains.

* TIMING...11 PM through 5 PM.

* WINDS...North 5 to 10 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 13 percent.

* TEMPERATURES...Up to 101.

* IMPACTS...Any new fire starts will exhibit extreme fire
  behavior. Current fire on landscape will also exhibit extreme
  fire behavior.

* HAINES...As high as 6.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms are
  possible.

* OUTFLOW WINDS...35 to 40 mph.

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Seattle WA
133 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

WAZ659-171100-
/O.UPG.KSEW.FW.A.0002.240717T0600Z-240718T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KSEW.FW.W.0002.240717T1500Z-240718T0600Z/
West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet-
133 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 11 PM PDT WEDNESDAY
FOR DRY THUNDERSTORMS AND GUSTY OUTFLOW WINDS FOR FIRE WEATHER
ZONE 659...

The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Red Flag
Warning for dry thunderstorms and gusty outflow winds, which is
in effect from 8 AM to 11 PM PDT Wednesday. The Fire Weather
Watch is no longer in effect.

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the
  Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Scattered thunderstorms with LAL 3 are expected
  to develop along and near the crest of the Cascades as early as
  late morning and most likely during the afternoon and evening
  hours.

* OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusty and erratic winds are
  possible in the vicinity of any thunderstorms that develop.

* IMPACTS...Scattered lightning in dry fuels can cause multiple
  fire starts. Thunderstorms can also bring sudden sharp wind
  shifts on existing fires, causing rapid changes in a fire`s
  rate of spread and direction of spread. Thunderstorm outflow
  winds can be a threat for several hours following the start of
  a new lightning-caused fire. If a fire were to begin, air
  quality may diminish in the surrounding area.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either imminent or occurring now. Any fires that develop will
likely spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

&&

$$

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

ORZ684-686-688-171200-
/O.UPG.KPQR.FW.A.0001.240716T2100Z-240718T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KPQR.FW.W.0002.240717T0000Z-240717T1500Z/
Northern and Central Willamette Valley-
Northern Oregon Cascade Foothills-Mt. Hood National Forest Region-
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 8 AM
PDT WEDNESDAY FOR THUNDERSTORMS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 684, 686,
AND 688...

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Red Flag
Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect from 5 PM this
afternoon to 8 AM PDT Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no
longer in effect.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Oregon, Fire Weather Zone 684 Northern and
  Central Willamette Valley, Fire Weather Zone 686 Northern
  Oregon Cascade Foothills and Fire Weather Zone 688 Mt. Hood
  National Forest Region.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms.

* IMPACTS...Lightning and critically dry fuels may result in
  numerous fire starts.

* OUTFLOW WINDS...There is a 10% chance for wind gusts in excess
  of 50 mph from the strongest storms through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Frequent lightning and critically dry fuels may
  result in numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may
  result in erratic fire spread.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of the
above conditions can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

ORZ685-687-689-690-171200-
/O.UPG.KPQR.FW.A.0001.240716T2100Z-240718T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KPQR.FW.W.0002.240716T2100Z-240717T1200Z/
Southern Willamette Valley-Central Oregon Cascade Foothills-
Northern Willamette National Forest-
Southern Willamette National Forest-
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT WEDNESDAY FOR
THUNDERSTORMS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 685, 687, 689, AND 690...

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Red Flag
Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect until 5 AM PDT
Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Oregon, Fire Weather Zone 685 Southern
  Willamette Valley, Fire Weather Zone 687 Central Oregon
  Cascade Foothills, Fire Weather Zone 689 Northern Willamette
  National Forest and Fire Weather Zone 690 Southern Willamette
  National Forest.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms.

* IMPACTS...Lightning and critically dry fuels may result in
  numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may result in
  erratic fire spread.

* OUTFLOW WINDS...There is a 10% chance for wind gusts in excess
  of 50 mph from the strongest storms through this evening.

* IMPACTS...Frequent lightning and critically dry fuels may
  result in numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may
  result in erratic fire spread.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of the
above conditions can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

WAZ632-171200-
/O.NEW.KPQR.FW.W.0002.240717T0600Z-240717T1800Z/
Cowlitz County Foothills-
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM
PDT WEDNESDAY FOR THUNDERSTORMS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONE 632...

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Red Flag
Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect from 11 PM this
evening to 11 AM PDT Wednesday.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Washington, Fire Weather Zone 632 Cowlitz
  County Foothills.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms.

* IMPACTS...Frequent lightning and critically dry fuels may
  result in numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may
  result in erratic fire spread.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of the
above conditions can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

For more information visit: https://www.weather.gov/portland

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

WAZ633-636-171200-
/O.UPG.KPQR.FW.A.0001.240716T2100Z-240718T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KPQR.FW.W.0002.240717T0600Z-240717T1800Z/
Clark County Lowlands and Swift Reservoir Region-
Western Columbia River Gorge in Oregon and Washington-
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM
PDT WEDNESDAY FOR THUNDERSTORMS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 633 AND
636...

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Red Flag
Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect from 11 PM this
evening to 11 AM PDT Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no
longer in effect.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Washington, Fire Weather Zone 633 Clark
  County Lowlands and Swift Reservoir Region and Fire Weather
  Zone 636 Western Columbia River Gorge in Oregon and Washington.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms.

* IMPACTS...Lightning and critically dry fuels may result in
  numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may result in
  erratic fire spread.

* IMPACTS...Frequent lightning and critically dry fuels may
  result in numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may
  result in erratic fire spread.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of the
above conditions can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$

URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

WAZ634-635-171200-
/O.UPG.KPQR.FW.A.0001.240716T2100Z-240718T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KPQR.FW.W.0002.240717T0600Z-240718T0000Z/
Southern Gifford Pinchot National Forest-
Mt. Adams Ranger District of the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest-
104 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY FOR THUNDERSTORMS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 634 AND 635...

The National Weather Service in Portland has issued a Red Flag
Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect from 11 PM this
evening to 5 PM PDT Wednesday. The Fire Weather Watch is no
longer in effect.

* AFFECTED AREA...In Washington, Fire Weather Zone 634 Southern
  Gifford Pinchot National Forest and Fire Weather Zone 635 Mt.
  Adams Ranger District of the Gifford-Pinchot National Forest.

* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered thunderstorms.

* IMPACTS...Lightning and critically dry fuels may result in
  numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may result in
  erratic fire spread.

* IMPACTS...Frequent lightning and critically dry fuels may
  result in numerous fire starts. Thunderstorm outflow winds may
  result in erratic fire spread.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of the
above conditions can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

&&

$$


Heat Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
251 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

ORZ041-507-WAZ024-029-171400-
/O.CON.KPDT.HT.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-240718T0500Z/
Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon-Foothills of the Northern
Blue Mountains of Oregon-Eastern Columbia River Gorge of
Washington-Foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington-
Including the cities of White Salmon, Athena, Dayton, Waitsburg,
Walla Walla, Pendleton, The Dalles, Arlington, and Pilot Rock
251 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Hot conditions. Afternoon high temperatures of 95 to 105
  degrees accompanied by overnight low temperatures in the lower 60s
  to mid-70s. This will pose a moderate to locally major risk of
  heat-related illness.

* WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington,
  Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, and Foothills
  of the Blue Mountains of Washington.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
  heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
  especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

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.

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.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
251 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

ORZ508-510-WAZ521-171400-
/O.CON.KPDT.HT.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-240718T0500Z/
Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon-North Central
Oregon-Simcoe Highlands-
Including the cities of Fossil, Dufur, Condon, Goldendale,
Bickleton, Moro, Heppner, and Maupin
251 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Hot conditions. Afternoon high temperatures of 95 to 105
  degrees accompanied by overnight low temperatures in the lower 60s
  to lower 70s. This will pose a moderate to locally major risk of
  heat-related illness.

* WHERE...In Oregon, Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of
  Oregon and North Central Oregon. In Washington, Simcoe Highlands.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Heat will significantly increase the risk of
  heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat,
  especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

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.

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.

&&

$$

CE

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
218 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

ORZ111-112-120-122-WAZ206-207-209-210-171500-
/O.CON.KPQR.HT.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-240717T1500Z/
Inner Portland Metro-East Portland Metro-West Columbia River
Gorge I-84 Corridor-Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor-
Inner Vancouver Metro-East Clark County Lowlands-West Columbia
River Gorge SR 14 Corridor-Central Columbia River Gorge SR
14 Corridor-
Including the cities of Camas, North Bonneville, Eagle Creek,
Beacon Rock SP, Hood River, Fairview, Multnomah Falls, Washougal,
Lake Oswego, Cascade Locks, Cape Horn, Carson, Troutdale,
Underwood, Salmon Creek, Evergreen, Vancouver, Happy Valley,
Portland, Oregon City, Stevenson, Sellwood, Wyeth, Rooster Rock,
Bonneville, and Gresham
218 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Daytime temperatures between 95 to 100 expected. Overnight
  lows between 65 to 70 will limit chances to recover from the heat
  Tuesday night.

* WHERE...In Oregon, Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor,
  East Portland Metro, Inner Portland Metro, and West Columbia River
  Gorge I-84 Corridor. In Washington, Central Columbia River Gorge
  SR 14 Corridor, East Clark County Lowlands, Inner Vancouver Metro,
  and West Columbia River Gorge SR 14 Corridor.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sunshine, 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.

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
www.weather.gov/portland

HEC


Marine Weather Statement


Marine Weather Statement
National Weather Service Medford OR
1145 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

PZZ370-170730-
1145 PM PDT Tue Jul 16 2024

...A STRONG THUNDERSTORM OVER THE WATERS...

The areas affected include...
  Waters from Florence to Cape Blanco OR from 10 to 60 nm...

At 1144 PM PDT, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm,
capable of producing winds to around 35 knots and hail of around a
half inch diameter. This thunderstorm was located 18 nm northwest of
Cape Arago, moving northwest at 20 knots.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners can expect gusty winds to around 30 knots, locally higher
waves, and lightning strikes. Boaters should seek safe harbor
immediately until this storm passes.

&&

LAT...LON 4343 12460 4336 12481 4368 12504 4375 12472

$$

DW

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