6:14 AM
— 10:15 PM
* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 to 103 degrees
expected, with 101 to 105 degrees in the Columbia Basin. This will
pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness.
* WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington,
Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon and Washington, Foothills of the
Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, Yakima Valley, and Foothills of
the Blue Mountains of Washington.
* WHEN...From 11 AM this morning to 9 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The heat will begin today, with widespread
moderate and locally major HeatRisk.
Wednesday looks to be the hottest day, with Major HeatRisk across
the Columbia Basin, Yakima Valley and portions of the Gorge and Blue
Mountain Foothills.
Thursday will also see widespread moderate HeatRisk and locally
major HeatRisk, mainly across the Columbia Basin.
Smoke from area wildfires could end up affecting how hot
temperatures get.
July 20th, 9:21 PM
— 12:00 PM
* WHAT...Hot temperatures with daytime highs in the mid 90s to near
100 degrees Tuesday and upper 90s to low 100s Wednesday and
Thursday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related
illness.
* WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central,
East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington.
* WHEN...From 11 AM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wednesday will likely be the hottest day with
widespread moderate and major HeatRisk. Moderate and locally major
HeatRisk continue into Thursday. Limited overnight relief expected
across the lower elevations Wednesday and Thursday mornings with
low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s. Smoke from area
wildfires may end up affecting how hot high temperatures get.
July 20th, 7:40 PM
— July 23rd, 9:00 AM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
July 20th, 7:40 PM
— July 23rd, 9:00 AM
The Washington State Department of Ecology, Benton Clean Air Agency,
have issued an Air Quality Alert until 9 AM PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Alert, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information from the Washington Department of Ecology web site is
available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-6000.
Information from the Benton County Clean Air Agency web site is
available at http://www.bentoncleanair.org or call 509-783-1304.
July 20th, 6:03 PM
— July 22nd, 9:00 AM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
July 20th, 6:03 PM
— July 22nd, 9:00 AM
The Washington State Department of Ecology and Benton Clean Air
Agency have issued an Air Quality Alert until 9 AM PDT Wednesday.
For the Dust Air Quality Alert, forecasted winds may carry large
amounts of dust causing air quality to reach unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information from the Washington Department of Ecology web site is
available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or call 360-407-6000.
Information from the Benton County Clean Air Agency web site is
available at http://www.bentoncleanair.org or call 509-783-1304.
July 20th, 3:24 PM
— 3:30 PM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
July 20th, 3:24 PM
— 3:30 PM
The Washington State Department of Ecology and the Benton Clean Air
Agency has issued an Air Quality Alert until 9 AM PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Alert, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information about air quality from the Washington Department of
Ecology Web site is available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or
call 360-407-6000.Information about air quality is on the Benton
County Clean Air Agency Web site at http://www.bentoncleanair.org or
call 509-783-1304.
July 20th, 1:46 PM
— July 22nd, 9:00 AM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
July 20th, 1:46 PM
— July 22nd, 9:00 AM
The Washington State Department of Ecology and/or the Yakima
Regional Clean Air Agency has issued an Air Quality Alert until 9 AM
PDT Wednesday.
For the Smoke Air Quality Alert, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
Information about air quality from the Washington Department of
Ecology Web site is available at http://www.ecy.wa.gov/air.html or
call 360-407-6000.Information about air quality is on the Yakima
Regional Clean Air Agency Web site at http://www.yakimacleanair.org
or call 509-834-2050.
July 20th, 1:14 PM
— 1:15 PM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until 4 PM PDT Wednesday.
For the Air Quality Advisory, stagnant air conditions will trap
smoke and other air pollutants near the ground where people breathe.
Check with your local health or air agency for current restrictions
on woodstove use. There are often exceptions for those who use wood
exclusively to heat their homes and those with limited income.
People can take the following precautions to protect their health:
* Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air
quality.
* Avoid strenuous outdoor activity in smoky conditions.
* People with heart or lung problems and young children are
especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while
smoke levels are high.
* Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in
indoor heating ventilation, cooling, and air purification systems.
* Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke
if possible.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
July 20th, 12:33 PM
— 12:45 PM
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln,
Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately
through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected
wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels
are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and
Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active
wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels.
When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit
time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner
indoor air.
July 20th, 12:33 PM
— 12:45 PM
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
An Air Quality Alert continues for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln,
Okanogan, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective immediately
through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and expected
wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) levels
are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups and
Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near active
wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous levels.
When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit
time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow tips for cleaner
indoor air.
July 20th, 12:03 PM
— July 22nd, 9:00 AM
An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:
Washington Department of Ecology
Spokane Regional Clean Air Agency
An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Spokane, Ferry, Lincoln,
Okanogan, Grant, Pend Oreille, and Stevens Counties, effective
immediately through Wednesday, July 22nd at 9 AM, due to current and
expected wildfire smoke from regional fires. Particulate matter
(PM2.5) levels are expected to range in the Unhealthy for Sensitive
Groups and Unhealthy categories. In Eastern Okanogan County near
active wildfires, air quality may reach Very Unhealthy to Hazardous
levels. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce
exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and follow
tips for cleaner indoor air.