Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued July 22 at 9:18PM PDT until July 22 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 22, 2026 - 9:18pm
Expires:
July 22, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description:
...The upper level low offshore will shift to the east just
enough to allow for monsoonal moisture to move into the region.
Instability will accompany the moisture and allow for increased
chances of isolated to scattered thunderstorms across central
Oregon and portions of the eastern mountains. Brief heavy
downpours, gusty outflow winds, small hail, and frequent lightning
will be possible...
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 698 Southern Blue Mountains.
* TIMING...For the first Red Flag Warning, until 11 PM PDT this
evening. For the second Red Flag Warning, from 11 AM to 8 PM
PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread
quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
* THUNDERSTORMS...Isolated to scattered dry thunderstorms after
11 AM today.
* OUTFLOW WINDS...Gusts from 25-45 mph
Instruction:
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.
Area Description:
Southern Blue Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender: