Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 9:08PM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 17, 2026 - 9:08pm
Expires:
July 18, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL WASHINGTON
SATURDAY AFTERNOON FOR WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY...
Dry and breezy conditions are expected on the Waterville Plateau
and Colville Reservation Saturday afternoon and evening. Rapid
fire spread is likely with any new or ongoing fires. Evening
Cascade gap winds will increase relative humidity above critical
levels.
The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from noon to 9 PM PDT Saturday.
* Affected Area: Colville Reservation (Zone 702).
* Winds: Southwest/West 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
* Relative Humidities: 15 to 23 percent.
* Impacts: Rapid fire spread is likely with any new or ongoing
fires.
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:
Colville Reservation
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
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