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Red Flag Warning


URGENT - FIRE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
240 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HOT, DRY, WINDY SUNDAY AND MONDAY...

.Hot and dry conditions will be in place today. Westerly winds
will increase from the East Slopes and into the Western Columbia
Basin through the evening. On Monday winds will shift out of the
north to northwest as a cold front passes. The Okanogan Valley
will be especially windy with gusts of 45-60 MPH.

WAZ708-709-140545-
/O.UPG.KOTX.FW.A.0005.250714T1900Z-250715T0500Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.FW.W.0009.250714T2000Z-250715T0600Z/
Eastern Columbia Basin - Palouse - Spokane Area (Zone 708)-
Lower Palouse - Snake River (Zone 709)-
240 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 11 PM PDT MONDAY FOR
WIND AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 708 AND
709...

The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag
Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect
from 1 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday. The Fire Weather Watch is no
longer in effect.

* Affected Area: Eastern Columbia Basin  -Palouse  -Spokane Area
  (Zone 708) and Lower Palouse  -Snake River (Zone 709).

* Winds: West 10 to 20 mph with gusts 30 to 40 mph.

* Relative Humidities: 15 to 25 percent.

* Impacts: Rapid fire spread is expected with any new or existing
  fires.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$


Heat Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

IDZ002-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Coeur d`Alene Area-
Including the cities of Worley, Post Falls, Hayden, and Coeur
d`Alene
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures in the mid to upper
  90s. For the Wind Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with
  gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Worley, Post Falls, Hayden, and Coeur d`Alene.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT Monday. For the Wind
  Advisory, from 6 PM Monday to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot
  temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

IDZ026-WAZ032-034>036-140600-
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Lewiston Area-Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties-Moses Lake Area-
Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Othello, Rockford, Pomeroy, Fairfield,
Odessa, Alpowa Summit, Lewiston, Creston, Quincy, Lapwai,
Lewiston Grade, Davenport, Peck, Wilbur, Moses Lake, Ritzville,
Cheney, Grand Coulee, Clarkston, Airway Heights, Downtown
Spokane, Spokane Valley, Ephrata, Gifford, Culdesac, Coulee City,
and Harrington
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...High temperatures mainly in the 90s except near 102F
  Lewiston area Sunday.  Limited overnight relief with low
  temperatures 65 to 75.

* WHERE...Othello, Rockford, Pomeroy, Fairfield, Odessa, Alpowa
  Summit, Lewiston, Creston, Quincy, Lapwai, Lewiston Grade,
  Davenport, Peck, Wilbur, Moses Lake, Ritzville, Cheney, Grand
  Coulee, Clarkston, Airway Heights, Downtown Spokane, Spokane
  Valley, Ephrata, Gifford, Culdesac, Coulee City, and Harrington.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

JW

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Boise ID
136 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

IDZ012-ORZ064-141245-
/O.CON.KBOI.HT.Y.0006.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Lower Treasure Valley-Oregon Lower Treasure Valley-
Including the cities of Caldwell, Ontario, Nyssa, and Nampa
136 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025 /1236 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025/

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Temperatures up to 104 Today and Monday.

* WHERE...Lower Treasure Valley Zones.

* WHEN...Until 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ Monday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses, especially
  for the young, elderly, and animals.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Warm overnight low temperatures will limit
  the ability to cool down and recover.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

NF

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

IDZ007-008-142215-
/O.CON.KMSO.HT.Y.0005.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Orofino/Grangeville Region-Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region-
1139 AM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Major risk of heat effects expected. High temperatures will
  range from 100 to 108 degrees. Overnight lows will drop down to
  the 60s to low 70s.

* WHERE...Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region and
  Orofino/Grangeville Region.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...This level of heat affects anyone without effective
  cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts likely in some health
  systems, heat-sensitive industries and infrastructure.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

IDZ001-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the cities of Eastport, Athol, Clark Fork, Sandpoint,
Schweitzer Mountain Road, Bonners Ferry, and Priest River
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Eastport, Athol, Clark Fork, Sandpoint, Schweitzer
  Mountain Road, Bonners Ferry, and Priest River.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

IDZ002-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Coeur d`Alene Area-
Including the cities of Worley, Post Falls, Hayden, and Coeur
d`Alene
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures in the mid to upper
  90s. For the Wind Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with
  gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Worley, Post Falls, Hayden, and Coeur d`Alene.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT Monday. For the Wind
  Advisory, from 6 PM Monday to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot
  temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

WAZ037-038-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250714T2300Z-250715T0600Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Chewelah, Metaline, Flowery Trail Road,
Sherman Pass, Colville, Orin-Rice Road, Republic, Kettle Falls,
Chesaw Road, Metaline Falls, Northport, Newport, Deer Park,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder
Creek Road, Fruitland, Tiger, Wauconda, Inchelium, and Ione
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 11 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Chewelah, Metaline, Flowery Trail Road, Sherman Pass,
  Colville, Orin-Rice Road, Republic, Kettle Falls, Chesaw Road,
  Metaline Falls, Northport, Newport, Deer Park, Springdale-Hunters
  Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, Fruitland,
  Tiger, Wauconda, Inchelium, and Ione.

* WHEN...From 4 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

MTZ007-142215-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WI.Y.0007.250715T0300Z-250716T0200Z/
Butte/Blackfoot Region-
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM MONDAY TO 8 PM MDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Butte/Blackfoot Region.

* WHEN...From 9 PM Monday to 8 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms are possible Tuesday and the
  main threats will be lightning, gusty winds, small hail and heavy
  downpours. It could be dangerous for boaters to be on Brown`s Lake
  and other lakes. If you are camping or recreating outdoors during
  this time, avoid setting up tents or campers near trees. Winds
  over 40 mph could bring down weakened trees or large limbs,
  especially in forested areas. Be prepared for rapidly changing
  conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

MTZ043-142215-
/O.NEW.KMSO.WI.Y.0007.250715T0300Z-250716T0200Z/
Potomac/Seeley Lake Region-
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM MONDAY TO 8 PM MDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph
  expected.

* WHERE...Potomac/Seeley Lake Region.

* WHEN...From 9 PM Monday to 8 PM MDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Thunderstorms are possible Tuesday and the
  main threats will be lightning, gusty winds, small hail and heavy
  downpours.
  It could be dangerous for boaters to be on Seeley Lake, Holland
  Lake, and other lakes. If you are camping or recreating outdoors
  during this time, avoid setting up tents or campers near trees.
  Winds over 40 mph could bring down weakened trees or large limbs,
  especially in forested areas and western foothills prone to
  downslope winds. Be prepared for rapidly changing conditions.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$


High Wind Watch


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

MTZ001-002-142215-
/O.NEW.KMSO.HW.A.0001.250714T2100Z-250715T1500Z/
Kootenai/Cabinet Region-West Glacier Region-
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH TUESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...North to east winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  possible.

* WHERE...Kootenai/Cabinet Region and West Glacier Region.

* WHEN...From Monday afternoon through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. It could be dangerous for
  boaters to be on Lake MacDonald, Swan Lake, Lake Koocanusa, and
  other area lakes Monday evening. If you are camping or recreating
  outdoors during this time, avoid setting up tents or campers near
  trees. Winds over 40 mph could easily bring down weakened trees or
  large limbs, especially in forested areas and western foothills
  prone to downslope winds. Be prepared for rapidly changing
  conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a rare storm to occur in the month of
  July. A strong cold front from Canada will push south and west
  across the region Monday evening. The strongest winds will occur
  in the higher elevations, in the channeled terrain especially in
  the canyons on the western sides of the Lewis Range in Glacier
  National Park, Whitefish Range, Swan Range, Purcell, Cabinet and
  Salish ranges.
  Thunderstorms are possible Monday evening and the main threats
  could be lightning, gusty winds, small hail and heavy downpours.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Missoula MT
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

MTZ003-142215-
/O.NEW.KMSO.HW.A.0001.250715T0000Z-250715T1500Z/
Flathead/Mission Valleys-
1239 PM MDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY EVENING THROUGH TUESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...North to east winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
  possible.

* WHERE...Flathead/Mission Valleys.

* WHEN...From Monday evening through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. It could be dangerous for
  boaters to be on Flathead Lake and other lakes Monday evening. If
  you are camping or recreating outdoors during this time, avoid
  setting up tents or campers near trees. Winds over 40 mph could
  easily bring down weakened trees or large limbs, especially in
  forested areas and western foothills prone to downslope winds. Be
  prepared for rapidly changing conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This is a rare storm to occur in the month of
  July. A strong cold front from Canada will push south and west
  across the region Monday evening. The strongest winds will occur
  in the higher elevations, and along Flathead Lake. Thunderstorms
  are possible Monday night into Tuesday morning and the main
  threats could be lightning, gusty winds, hail and heavy downpours.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe location prior to
the onset of winds.

&&

$$


Hazardous Weather Outlook


Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Bismarck ND
329 PM CDT Sun Jul 13 2025

NDZ001>005-010>013-142030-
Divide-Burke-Renville-Bottineau-Rolette-Mountrail-Ward-McHenry-
Pierce-
329 PM CDT Sun Jul 13 2025

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of north central
North Dakota and northwest North Dakota.

.DAY ONE...This Afternoon and Tonight

There is a 20 percent chance of thunderstorms late this evening
through tonight. Severe weather is not expected.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...Monday through Saturday

Isolated severe thunderstorms are possible late Monday afternoon
through Monday night. Expected hazards include hail as large as
quarters and wind gusts as high as 60 mph.

.SPOTTER INFORMATION STATEMENT...

Spotter activation will not be needed.

$$

U.S. Dept. of Commerce
NOAA National Weather Service
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Silver Spring, MD 20910
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