RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT: Wednesday, July 24, 11 a.m. to midnight in Harney County

By Mindy Gould on Wednesday, July 24th, 2024 in Eastern/Southeast Oregon News More Top Stories

HARNEY COUNTY-RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT: Wednesday, July 24, 11 a.m. to midnight, for THUNDERSTORMS & STRONG OUTFLOW WINDS in fire weather zone 636 – southern Harney County.

A cold front, along with plenty of moisture and upper level energy, will help initiate scattered to numerous thunderstorms across the area. Wind gusts 50-70 mph are possible with thunderstorms. Winds across southeast Oregon will become moderate (15-25 mph with gusts 30-40 mph) from late afternoon into the evening, adding to the concern. Storms will have wet cores with wetting rain likely, but most areas will see lower amounts. Debris flows may occur on fresh burn scars.

PLEASE RECREATE RESPONSIBLY. Be extra careful outdoors, keep your eyes open for others, communicate, and practice and encourage safe experiences.