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weather2 days ago•8 min saved

Seattle weekend storms bring lightning and fire risk across Washington

An upper-level low will trigger scattered thunderstorms across Western Washington Saturday, with Seattle area lightning, mixed showers, and cooler highs around 70. Eastern Washington faces more lightning but little rain, elevating wildfire risk under dry conditions and fire-weather warnings. Storm activity tapers by Saturday night, with some lingering showers possible Sunday in the North, and the west set for sunnier, milder conditions next week while models hint at a larger rain event late August into September.

via Emerald City Weather Blog|

#fire-weather #seattle #thunderstorms

weather15 days ago•5 min saved

SoCal Bakes Under Extreme Heat as Coasts Brace for Flooding

Southern California faces a blistering weekend with inland highs in the 90s to low 100s (and desert highs up to 112), triggering heat advisories and elevated fire-weather risk; monsoonal thunderstorms are possible in some mountains. At the same time, unusually warm ocean waters and sea-level rise raise high tides that could cause minor coastal flooding from the San Francisco Bay Area to Southern California through midweek, with high-tide flooding likely in low-lying spots (roughly around 1.5 feet above normal) and no major structural damage expected.

via Los Angeles Times|

#california #coastal-flooding #fire-weather

weather23 days ago•3 min saved

Spokane Fire Weather Eases Sunday, but Officials Warn the Danger Isn’t Over

After Saturday’s “particularly dangerous” red-flag conditions with gusts around 44 mph that helped spur several fires near Spokane, Sunday's forecast calls for calmer winds (up to ~20 mph) and no red-flag warning, though authorities urge residents to heed evacuation guidance and remain cautious as fire risk persists.

via The Spokesman-Review|

#evacuation-guidance #fire-weather #red-flag-warning

weather23 days ago•17 min saved

First-Ever PDS Fire Weather Alert Signals Urgent Prep Across Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho

Residents across Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho face one of the most dangerous fire weather days in memory as a National Weather Service 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' red-flag upgrade takes effect, the first in Washington state history. Forecasters warn of strong winds, hot temperatures and dry fuels that could cause rapid fire spread, including growth of existing fires. State fire resources have been pre-positioned across 13 counties, and officials urge people to prepare now with evacuation plans and go bags, monitor alerts, and be ready to leave immediately if ordered.

via KXLY.com|

#eastern-washington #evacuation #fire-weather

weather24 days ago•37 min saved

Cascades wildfire risk spikes Saturday with gusty winds and very dry air

Storm Tracker 2 alerts extreme fire danger east of the Cascades on Saturday as a dry cold front moves through, bringing gusts up to 45 mph and very low humidity with PDS Red Flag Warnings across multiple zones, signaling a high risk of rapid fire growth.

via KATU|

#cascades #fire-weather #oregon

weather1 month ago•5 min saved

Record Heat Dome Targets Drought-Scarred West, Elevating Fire Risk

A widespread heat dome is forecast to push temperatures well into the 100s and up to about 110°F across the Intermountain West and northern Plains, threatening tie-or-break records from Salt Lake City to Billings and driving higher fire-weather risk as drought persists; forecasters warn the heat could intensify this weekend, with monsoonal moisture and a moister air mass potentially offering some relief by mid-to-late July.

via The Washington Post|

#drought #el-nino #fire-weather

local3 months ago•1 min saved

PG&E Flags Weekend Power Outages Across 15 NorCal Counties

PG&E says power shutoffs are likely Sunday and Monday across Alameda, Colusa, Contra Costa, Fresno, Glenn, Lake, Merced, Napa, San Benito, San Joaquin, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, Tehama and Yolo, with a smaller set possibly affected Tuesday in Colusa, Fresno, Glenn, San Benito and Tehama. The outages come as high winds and dry conditions raise fire risk, with a Red Flag Warning in effect for parts of Solano County, the Delta, the Sacramento Valley and the Central Valley. PG&E hasn’t disclosed an exact customer count, but outages in recent years have been less widespread.

via CBS News|

#fire-weather #local #northern-california

weather4 months ago•3 min saved

Extreme wildfire risk sweeps the central U.S. as heat and gusts surge

More than 15 million people in the central U.S. are under fire-weather alerts through Friday as heat, dry air and gusty winds push wildfire risk to 'extreme,' with about 3.8 million under 'critical' conditions across CO, KS, NE, NM, OK and TX. Elevated fire weather spans nearby states; red flag warnings and fire-weather watches are in effect. A storm system delivering 50–60 mph gusts and single-digit humidity compounds a warmth surge 15–25 degrees above average, fueling rapid wildfire spread amid ongoing drought and existing blazes in FL and GA.

via CBS News|

#central-us #drought #fire-weather

weather5 months ago•34 min saved

Heat wave expands to 17 states, threatening widespread daily temperature records

Seventeen states could break daily temperature records on Wednesday as a West-to-central U.S. heat wave expands, with Phoenix possibly reaching 100°F and multiple cities hitting 90s. Forecasters warn of elevated wildfire risk due to strong winds and very low humidity, and the heat is expected to move east toward the East Coast by Friday, with more than 60 Western records and up to 200 additional daily records possible through Sunday.

via Yahoo|

#fire-weather #forecast #heat-wave

weather5 months ago•3 min saved

Heat Wave Expands Across 17 States, Pushing Dozens of Record Highs

A West-to-central U.S. heat wave expands into 17 states, with forecasts for 60+ new daily records and a possible 100°F day in Phoenix; other cities such as Albuquerque, Austin, Las Vegas, Oklahoma City, Tucson and Tulsa may hit 90°F or higher as the heat shifts east toward the East Coast by Friday. Forecasters warn of dangerous fire-weather conditions due to gusty winds and very low humidity, with more record temperatures likely through the weekend.

via CBS News|

#fire-weather #heatwave #records

environment7 months ago•5 min saved

Australia Battles Catastrophic Bushfires and Extreme Weather

Bushfires can generate their own weather systems, including powerful thunderstorms called pyrocumulonimbus clouds, which can intensify fires, cause lightning, and spread embers over large distances. These fire-induced weather phenomena are becoming more common due to climate change, posing significant challenges for fire prediction and management. Understanding these processes is crucial for improving emergency responses and mitigating risks.

via The Conversation|

#bushfires #climate-change #environment

emergency8 months ago•2 min saved

Winds Cause Widespread Power Outages and Closures in Colorado

Jefferson County is experiencing a public safety power shutoff due to extreme winds of 50-90 mph and fire weather conditions, affecting 32,000 residents with outages possibly lasting into Friday. Transportation is impacted, and safety tips for driving, food, and generator use are provided. Charging resources are available at local centers, and residents are advised to stay informed via official social media channels.

via Jefferson County|

#emergency #fire-weather #high-winds

weather1 year ago•1 min saved

Santa Ana Winds Trigger Severe Fire Warnings in Southern California

Southern California is under red flag warnings due to a powerful Santa Ana wind event expected to bring dangerous fire weather conditions. Wind gusts of 50-80 mph and low humidity levels are forecasted, increasing the risk of wildfires, especially in areas like the San Gabriel and Santa Monica mountains. The warnings, which are rarely issued, highlight the growing frequency of extreme weather events due to climate change. Residents are advised to prepare for potential power outages and evacuations.

via CNN|

#california #climate-change #fire-weather

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

"Central US Braces for Critical Fire Risks and Severe Weather Threat"

A large storm system is set to bring high winds, fire threats, and severe weather to the central United States this weekend, affecting nearly 30 million people across 12 states. Wind alerts are in effect from North Dakota to Texas, with gusts expected to exceed 40 mph and reach up to 80 mph in some areas. Over 3 million people in five states are facing critical fire weather conditions, prompting power shutdowns and event cancellations in Colorado. Severe thunderstorms, including damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes, are forecast for the Heartland on Saturday, with the potential for severe weather in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana on Monday.

via ABC News|

#central-us #fire-weather #high-winds

natural-disasters2 years ago•2 min saved

"Texas Wildfires: Rapid Growth, Evacuations, and Extreme Weather Threat"

The Smokehouse Creek Fire in the Texas Panhandle has more than doubled in size to 200,000 acres, threatening towns and prompting evacuations in Hemphill and Roberts counties, including the town of Canadian. Gusty winds and dry conditions have fueled the rapid spread of the fire, which remains 0% contained. More than 11 million people in the south-central US are under red flag warnings due to dangerous fire weather, with multiple large wildfires igniting in the region. Firefighters are facing challenges containing the fires due to erratic fire behavior driven by strong winds. A cold front is forecast to bring some relief, but little to no wet weather is expected to aid firefighting efforts in the coming days.

via CNN|

#emergency #evacuations #fire-weather