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* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
Temperatures will continue to cool tonight into Thursday, with HeatRisk decreasing to minor or yellow levels. Therefore the advisory will expire at 11 PM this evening.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 649 North and Central Coastal Strip, Fire Weather Zone 650 North Coastal Lowlands, Fire Weather Zone 651 Central Coastal Lowlands, Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 655 Black Hills and Southwest Interior Lowlands, Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 661 East Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * WINDS...West 5 to 10 mph with gusts up to 25 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 30 percent Thursday. * LIGHTNING...Isolated thunderstorm coverage is possible across the southern Cascade Mountains and portions of southwest Washington. Thunderstorms will develop late Wednesday night and move from south to north across the area. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 25 and 30 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 85 Thursday. * 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.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
At 639 PM PDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm 9 miles north of Coldwater Ridge Visitors Center, moving northeast at 40 mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around unsecured objects. Minor damage to outdoor objects is possible. Locations impacted include... Mossyrock, Randle, Mineral, and Glenoma.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 95 degrees and low temperatures in the mid 60s. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * 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.
* WHAT...Southwest winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Puget Sound and Hood Canal. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 9 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be strongest in the southern and central portions of the forecast zone.
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Red Flag Warning for lightning and gusty outflow winds, which is in effect until 10 PM PDT Thursday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 649 North and Central Coastal Strip, Fire Weather Zone 650 North Coastal Lowlands, Fire Weather Zone 651 Central Coastal Lowlands, Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains and Fire Weather Zone 661 East Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * WINDS...Southwest 5 to 10 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 24 percent. * LIGHTNING...Isolated thunderstorm coverage is possible across the southern Cascade Mountains and portions of southwest Washington. Thunderstorms will develop late Wednesday night and move from south to north across the area. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 25 and 30 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * TEMPERATURES...Up to 99. * TIMING...4 PM PDT this afternoon to 10 PM PDT Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...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. * 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.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Red Flag Warning for lightning and gusty outflow winds which is in effect from 4 PM PDT this afternoon to 2 PM PDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 655 Black Hills and Southwest Interior Lowlands and Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. * WINDS...West 5 to 10 mph except possible gusts 25 to 30 mph with thunderstorms. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 29 percent. * LIGHTNING...Isolated thunderstorm coverage is possible across the southern Cascade Mountains and portions of southwest Washington. Thunderstorms will develop late Wednesday night and move from south to north across the area. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 25 and 30 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * TEMPERATURES...High temperatures this afternoon in the 90s. Low temperatures Thursday morning in the upper 50s to mid 60s. * TIMING...4 PM PDT this afternoon to 2 PM PDT Thursday afternoon. * IMPACTS...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.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures in the upper 80s to lower 90s and low temperatures around 60 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 8 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 655 Black Hills and Southwest Interior Lowlands and Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. * LIGHTNING...Isolated to scattered thunderstorm coverage is possible across the southern Cascade Mountains and portions of southwest Washington. Thunderstorms will develop late Wednesday night and move from south to north across the area. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 25 and 30 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * 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.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures in the upper 80s to lower 90s and low temperatures around 60 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...Until 11 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Fire Weather Watch for lightning and gusty outflow winds, which is in effect from Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 655 Black Hills and Southwest Interior Lowlands and Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet. * LIGHTNING...Isolated to scattered thunderstorm coverage is possible across the southern Cascade Mountains and portions of southwest Washington. Thunderstorms will develop late Wednesday night and move from south to north across the area. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 25 and 30 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * 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.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures in the mid 80s to lower 90s and low temperatures near 60 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 11 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 90 degrees expected and low temperatures from 55 to 62 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 11 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 90 degrees expected and low temperatures from 55 to 62 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 11 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the Northwest Clean Air Agency until 9 AM PDT Wednesday. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Skagit and Whatcom Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday July 22nd at 9am due to expected wildfire smoke from Canadian wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure. For current air quality conditions and additional information visit https://nwcleanairwa.gov
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the Northwest Clean Air Agency until 9 AM PDT Wednesday. An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Skagit and Whatcom Counties, effective immediately through Wednesday July 22nd at 9am due to expected wildfire smoke from Canadian wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure. For current air quality conditions and additional information visit www.nwcleanairwa.gov
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 90 degrees expected and low temperatures from 55 to 62 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 11 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
* WHAT...Seas 5 to 8 ft at 8 seconds. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft at 8 seconds. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 90 degrees expected and low temperatures from 58 to 62 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 11 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt and seas 5 to 8 ft at 8 seconds. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 90 degrees expected and low temperatures from 58 to 62 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Strait of Juan de Fuca, Foothills and Valleys of the North Cascades, Lake Crescent Area Including US 101, Lowlands of Western Skagit and Northwestern Snohomish Counties, Lowlands of Western Whatcom County, Northern Hood Canal, and Port Townsend Area. * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 11 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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Areas closest to the water will experience cooler daytime high temperatures.
* WHAT...Northwest winds 10 to 20 kt and seas 6 to 8 ft at 8 seconds. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from Cape Flattery to Cape Shoalwater 10 to 60 nm. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT early this morning. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 with gusts to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 1 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 20 with gusts to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 1 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 1 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 1 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains and Fire Weather Zone 661 East Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * LIGHTNING...Scattered thunderstorm coverage in the Cascades and Olympic mountains. Timing on thunderstorm development will be early Thursday morning and again in the afternoon and evening. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 35 and 50 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * 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. Very warm weather Friday into next week increases the chances of increased fire activity on potential new starts from Thursday's lightning activity.
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet, Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 661 East Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * LIGHTNING...Scattered thunderstorm coverage in the Cascades and Olympic mountains. Timing on thunderstorm development will be early Thursday morning and again in the afternoon and evening. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 35 and 50 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * 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. Very warm weather Friday into next week increases the chances of increased fire activity on potential new starts from Thursday's lightning activity.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Red Flag Warning for lightning and gusty outflow winds, which is in effect from 1 AM to 11 PM PDT Thursday. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet, Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 661 East Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * LIGHTNING...Scattered thunderstorm coverage in the Cascades and Olympic mountains. Timing on thunderstorm development will be early Thursday morning and again in the afternoon and evening. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 35 and 50 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * 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. Very warm weather Friday into next week increases the chances of increased fire activity on potential new starts from Thursday's lightning activity.
* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet, Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 661 East Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * LIGHTNING...Isolated thunderstorm coverage in the Cascades generally north of White Pass with storms capable of producing frequent lightning. Isolated to scattered thunderstorm coverage in the Olympics capable of producing frequent lightning. Timing on thunderstorm development will be early Thursday morning and again in the afternoon. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 35 and 50 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * 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. Very warm weather Friday into next week increases the chances of increased fire activity on potential new starts from Thursday's lightning activity.
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a Fire Weather Watch for lightning and gusty outflow winds, for late Wednesday night through Thursday evening. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zone 652 West Portion of the Olympic Mountains, Fire Weather Zone 658 West Slopes of the North Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet, Fire Weather Zone 659 West Slopes of the Central Cascades Generally above 1500 Feet and Fire Weather Zone 661 East Portion of the Olympic Mountains. * LIGHTNING...Isolated thunderstorm coverage in the Cascades generally north of White Pass with storms capable of producing frequent lightning. Isolated to scattered thunderstorm coverage in the Olympics capable of producing frequent lightning. Timing on thunderstorm development will be early Thursday morning and again in the afternoon. * OUTFLOW WINDS...Any storms that develop will be capable of gusty and erratic outflow winds between 35 and 50 miles per hour. Outflow winds can occur ahead of and behind storms and cause erratic wind directions. * 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. Very warm weather Friday into next week increases the chances of increased fire activity on potential new starts from Thursday's lightning activity.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 1 AM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 1 AM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 1 AM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT early this morning. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PDT early this morning. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Sunday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 3 AM PDT Saturday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 2 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...For the first Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt. For the second Small Craft Advisory, west winds 15 to 25 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...For the first Small Craft Advisory, until 5 AM PDT early this morning. For the second Small Craft Advisory, from 5 PM this afternoon to 2 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 40 mph. * WHERE...Central U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca and East Entrance U. S. Waters Strait Of Juan De Fuca. * WHEN...From 2 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.