Headline:
Red Flag Warning issued August 1 at 7:45PM PDT until August 1 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Red Flag Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
August 1, 2026 - 7:45pm
Expires:
August 1, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
A strong cold front will sweep across the Inland Northwest
Saturday. Very warm dry conditions and gusty winds will
contribute to rapid fire spread for any new or ongoing fires.
* Affected Area: East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696).
* Winds: West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
* Relative Humidities: 39 to 60 percent.
* Impacts: Strong winds and dry fuels will continue to result in
rapid fire spread of any new or existing wildfires.
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:
East Washington Central Cascades
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov