Jewett Mine, OR Weather Warnings

Red Flag Warning issued July 3 at 2:48PM PDT until July 4 at 8:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR ...Gusty Northeast Winds and Poor Humidity Recovery for the Ridges of the Western Siskiyou National Forest Wednesday Night... .Gusty northeast winds on the ridges of Curry, far southern Coos, and western Josephine counties will develop strengthen again Wednesday night. Poor humidity recovery is expected tonight. * IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly, even at night. Outdoor burning is banned. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zone 619 and the western portion of fire weather zone 620. This includes the higher terrain of Curry, far southern Coos, and western Josephine counties, including the Kalmiopsis Wilderness. * WIND...Northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph. * HUMIDITY...Poor recovery with the highest relative humidity values of 20 to 35% overnight. * DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr Know and follow all fire restrictions. You can find your county's emergency sign up form as well as links to fire restrictions at weather.gov/medford/wildfire. One less spark, one less wildfire. Be sure you're signed up for your county's emergency alert system. Familiarize yourself with your emergency plan and make sure you listen to emergency services. Visit ready.gov/plan for more information. Make and maintain your go kit. Is it ready to go? Are there any materials you need to refresh? Visit ready.gov/kit for info. A Red Flag Warning is issued when we identify weather conditions that promote rapid spread of fire which may become life- threatening. This does not mean there is a fire. These conditions are either occurring now or will begin soon. It is important to have multiple ways to receive information from authorities.

National Weather Service

Excessive Heat Warning issued July 3 at 2:10PM PDT until July 8 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 110 to 115 and low temperatures in the upper 60's expected over multiple days. * WHERE...In California, western and central Siskiyou County. This includes the cities of Yreka, Weed, Etna, and Happy Camp. In Oregon, Josephine and Jackson counties and eastern Curry County. This includes the entire Rogue Valley and the cities of Medford, Grants Pass, Cave Junction, and Butte Falls. * WHEN...From 8 AM Thursday to 9 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities. Area rivers will be cold and can cause shock to swimmers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a multi day heat wave with the warmest temperatures on Friday and Saturday. The Medford Airport has a 47% chance to tie or exceed the all time temperature record of 115. Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

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