Red Flag Warning issued July 28 at 1:40PM PDT until July 28 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Issue date: 2026-07-28T20:40+00:00
...RED FLAG WARNING FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY TUESDAY AFTERNOON AND EVENING... The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect until 9 PM PDT this evening. * Affected Area: Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705). * Winds: West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph. * Relative Humidities: 19 to 25 percent. * Impacts: Gusty winds and low humidity Tuesday may lead to rapid fire spread with any new or ongoing fires.
Air Quality Alert issued July 27 at 10:37AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Issue date: 2026-07-27T17:51+00:00
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes Environmental Protection Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Asotin, Chelan, Douglas, Ferry, Okanogan, and Stevens Counties through Wednesday 11 am due to current and expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Areas immediately downwind of active and emerging fires in Washington and Oregon may reach Unhealthy levels of particulate matter (PM2.5). When air quality is unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
