Wildfire smoke and Red Flag Warnings, August 5, 2016

Smoke map August 5, 2016

Above: Map showing the distribution of smoke from wildfires at 11:45 a.m. MDT August 5, 2016. Weatherunderground.

The National Weather Service has posted Red Flag Warnings for areas in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Utah.

Red Flag Warnings August 5, 2016
Red Flag Warnings August 5, 2016

The Red Flag map was current as of 11:45 a.m. MDT on Friday. Red Flag Warnings can change throughout the day as the National Weather Service offices around the country update and revise their forecasts and maps. For the most current data visit this NWS site.

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Author: Bill Gabbert

After working full time in wildland fire for 33 years, he continues to learn, and strives to be a Student of Fire.