Malaga Severe Weather Warnings, Watches and Advisories
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Begins: 4:00 PM Sat, Sep 6, 2025Expires: 3:00 AM Sun, Sep 7, 2025Begins: 11:39 AM Fri, Sep 5, 2025Expires: 11:45 AM Sun, Sep 7, 2025
RED FLAG WARNING
Begins: 4:00 PM Sat, Sep 6, 2025
Expires: 3:00 AM Sun, Sep 7, 2025
...SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS SATURDAY AFTERNOON INTO SATURDAY
NIGHT...
.Scattered thunderstorms will develop in the Cascades starting
Saturday afternoon and expand into the western Columbia Basin
during the evening and overnight hours with potential for
abundant lightning. Storms will also be capable of gusty
outflow winds of 30 to 40 mph.
The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag
Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect from 4 PM Saturday
to 3 AM PDT Sunday.
* Affected Area: East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696),
Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705),
Waterville Plateau (Zone 706) and Western Columbia Basin (Zone
707).
* Thunderstorms: Scattered thunderstorms with rainfall amounts
between a trace and 0.15"
* Outflow Winds: Gusty and erratic outflow winds of 30 to 40 mph.
* Impacts: New fire starts are likely with thunderstorms. Gusty
outflow winds may lead to fire spread with new or existing
fires.
AIR QUALITY ALERT
Begins: 11:39 AM Fri, Sep 5, 2025
Expires: 11:45 AM Sun, Sep 7, 2025
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 Stevens, Spokane, Lincoln,
Grant, Pend Oreille, Ferry, Chelan, Douglas, Adams, Garfield,
Okanogan, Whitman, and Asotin Counties until further notice due to
current wildfire smoke from regional wildfires. When air quality is
Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside,
avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor
air.
What is the difference between a weather warning, watch and advisory?
The National Weather Service issues alerts in different categories to indicate the severity of storms and if the public should take immediate action to prevent the loss of life or property or be aware of the potential of the same.
Weather Warning
A weather warning is issued when severe weather conditions are occuring or imminent and there is danger to life and/or property. The warning will include what action should be taken including evacuation or shelter in place and should be heeded immediately. Warnings are usually issued for a small, specific area and for a definite period of time.
Weather Watch
A weather watch is an alert issued by the National Weather Service when conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather. A weather watch means that severe weather is possible in the area, so it is important to stay tuned to the latest forecasts and be prepared for potential storms.
The purpose of a weather watch is to provide advance warning to people in the affected area so that they can take necessary precautions. It is important to remember that a weather watch does not mean that severe weather will definitely occur, but simply that there is a higher chance of it happening.
If you live in an area where severe weather is common, it may be wise to have a plan in place for what you will do if a storm hits. Make sure you have plenty of food and water stored, as well as flashlights, batteries, and other supplies. You may also want to consider evacuating if necessary.
Weather Advisory
An advisory means the conditions are likely to occur. These are typically used for less severe weather events like frost or winds but can be used for other types of severe weather.
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A red flag warning is issued by the National Weather Service to inform the public, firefighters, and land management agencies that conditions are ideal for wildland fires and any fire which does start could spread rapidly. These are often issued after drought conditions, when humidity is very low and especially when there are high or erratic winds. The possibility of lightning is also a determining factor. Fire fighting agencies often will increase their staffing and equipment resources due to the forecast risk. For the public, a Red Flag Warning often means high fire danger leading to restrictions or bans on outdoor burning including burn piles, burn barrels and campfires. Use of anything which may produce sparks, including outdoor lawn equipment, chainsaws and welding, may be restricted or prohibited.
The weather criteria for fire weather watches and red flag warnings vary with each Weather Service office’s warning area based on the local vegetation type, topography, and distance from major water sources. They usually include the daily vegetation moisture content calculations, expected afternoon high temperature, afternoon minimum relative humidity and daytime wind speed.
An enhanced version of the warning, called extreme red flag warning, may be issued. This means that conditions for fire growth and behavior are extremely dangerous due to a combination of strong winds, very low humidity, long duration, and very dry fuels.
RED FLAG WARNING
Begins: 4:00 PM Sat, Sep 6, 2025
Expires: 3:00 AM Sun, Sep 7, 2025
...SCATTERED THUNDERSTORMS SATURDAY AFTERNOON INTO SATURDAY NIGHT... .Scattered thunderstorms will develop in the Cascades starting Saturday afternoon and expand into the western Columbia Basin during the evening and overnight hours with potential for abundant lightning. Storms will also be capable of gusty outflow winds of 30 to 40 mph. The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag Warning for thunderstorms, which is in effect from 4 PM Saturday to 3 AM PDT Sunday. * Affected Area: East Washington Central Cascades (Zone 696), Foothills of Central Washington Cascades (Zone 705), Waterville Plateau (Zone 706) and Western Columbia Basin (Zone 707). * Thunderstorms: Scattered thunderstorms with rainfall amounts between a trace and 0.15" * Outflow Winds: Gusty and erratic outflow winds of 30 to 40 mph. * Impacts: New fire starts are likely with thunderstorms. Gusty outflow winds may lead to fire spread with new or existing fires.
AIR QUALITY ALERT
Begins: 11:39 AM Fri, Sep 5, 2025
Expires: 11:45 AM Sun, Sep 7, 2025
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 Stevens, Spokane, Lincoln, Grant, Pend Oreille, Ferry, Chelan, Douglas, Adams, Garfield, Okanogan, Whitman, and Asotin Counties until further notice due to current wildfire smoke from regional wildfires. When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air.
What is the difference between a weather warning, watch and advisory?
The National Weather Service issues alerts in different categories to indicate the severity of storms and if the public should take immediate action to prevent the loss of life or property or be aware of the potential of the same.
Weather Warning
A weather warning is issued when severe weather conditions are occuring or imminent and there is danger to life and/or property. The warning will include what action should be taken including evacuation or shelter in place and should be heeded immediately. Warnings are usually issued for a small, specific area and for a definite period of time.
Weather Watch
A weather watch is an alert issued by the National Weather Service when conditions are favorable for the development of severe weather. A weather watch means that severe weather is possible in the area, so it is important to stay tuned to the latest forecasts and be prepared for potential storms.
The purpose of a weather watch is to provide advance warning to people in the affected area so that they can take necessary precautions. It is important to remember that a weather watch does not mean that severe weather will definitely occur, but simply that there is a higher chance of it happening.
If you live in an area where severe weather is common, it may be wise to have a plan in place for what you will do if a storm hits. Make sure you have plenty of food and water stored, as well as flashlights, batteries, and other supplies. You may also want to consider evacuating if necessary.
Weather Advisory
An advisory means the conditions are likely to occur. These are typically used for less severe weather events like frost or winds but can be used for other types of severe weather.
What is a Red Flag Warning?
A red flag warning is issued by the National Weather Service to inform the public, firefighters, and land management agencies that conditions are ideal for wildland fires and any fire which does start could spread rapidly. These are often issued after drought conditions, when humidity is very low and especially when there are high or erratic winds. The possibility of lightning is also a determining factor. Fire fighting agencies often will increase their staffing and equipment resources due to the forecast risk. For the public, a Red Flag Warning often means high fire danger leading to restrictions or bans on outdoor burning including burn piles, burn barrels and campfires. Use of anything which may produce sparks, including outdoor lawn equipment, chainsaws and welding, may be restricted or prohibited.
The weather criteria for fire weather watches and red flag warnings vary with each Weather Service office’s warning area based on the local vegetation type, topography, and distance from major water sources. They usually include the daily vegetation moisture content calculations, expected afternoon high temperature, afternoon minimum relative humidity and daytime wind speed.
An enhanced version of the warning, called extreme red flag warning, may be issued. This means that conditions for fire growth and behavior are extremely dangerous due to a combination of strong winds, very low humidity, long duration, and very dry fuels.