Weekend Weather
Seasonable conditions are expected to return today and
tomorrow. There is a small chance for isolated thunderstorms in the southeast
region early Friday morning and again for Friday evening, but widespread
thunderstorms are not expected. Going into the weekend, we do expect a general
warming and drying trend with well above average temperatures for the early
part of next week.
Current Fire Situation
There are currently 3 named fires in Washington (Pomas, Siegel,
and Apple Acres) that remain active. In spite of that, air quality is looking
GOOD overall with MODERATE levels showing up in those areas closest to the fires.
Firework Safety
While we all love great firework shows, it’s important to
take safety into consideration. Please keep in mind that fireworks not only
contribute to smoke but also are responsible for starting new fires. Fires can
start and spread much more easily in hot and dry conditions. Please exercise
extreme caution if igniting fireworks. If recreating, check local fire
restrictions and consider if a campfire is necessary.
For more safety tips, check out WA Department of Health's Public Health Tips for the Fourth and be sure to keep an eye on this blog for future updates and current air quality.
