A smoky, warm start to the week
Happy Monday, friends! Early this morning, we are affected by hazardous and unhealthy levels of smoke in the area. Levels are forecast to change and…
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Rain and more smoke expected through the weekend
Happy weekend Central Oregon! Looks like we may be getting some rain in the east on Saturday evening, but not sure much will arrive in and around…
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Much warmer than normal temperatures today, and still smoky
There is still an Air Quality Alert in place for Deschutes County today and it is expected to continue into Sunday. The issue today will be some…
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Storms possible, with a warm weekend ahead
(Update: added video forecast) Happy FRIDAY, folks! Isolated thunderstorms are expected to develop just east of Central Oregon by this afternoon, and…
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Poor air quality remains, showers possible overnight
There is little change in the smoky pattern that has plagued the region for over a month. The smoke will continue to provide poor air quality…
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Possible showers and a warming trend
Happy Thursday, friends! A low pressure system off the coast of British Columbia and another upper low near the California coast will likely merge…
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Hazy sunshine, still smoky, rain possible early Friday
The smoky pattern is expected to continue into the next several days with an Air Quality Alert in place until at least Thursday for Deschutes County.…
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A mild and hazy mid-week forecast
Happy Wednesday, Central Oregon friends! The region will be dry and mild for a couple of days as an offshore system is pushed north of us by the…
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Smoky pattern remains, rain tapers off
The rainy pattern from what has been a combination of remnants of Hilary and the low off the Central California coast is staying east of the region.…
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Cool temperatures and another round of showers
Happy Tuesday, friends! Today we will have another round of shower activity across the eastern portions of the forecast area via a southwest flow…
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Unhealthy air quality, remnants of Hilary arrive
The most impactful element of the weather forecast for today will be the unhealthy air quality. Smoke is not only lingering from previous days,…
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Wet period on the way
Happy Monday, Central Oregon! We are in for a wet period tonight through Tuesday across much of eastern Oregon and southeast Washington, as moisture…
Continue Reading Surrounding fires have turned Central Oregon smoky, and there’s a slight chance of showers
How you doin’ Central Oregon? Hope you’re enjoying your Sunday. An Air Quality Advisory is in effect now, and expiring on Tuesday at 5PM.…
Continue Reading Hazy conditions, warm temperatures and a slight chance of rain this weekend
How you doin’ Central Oregon? Happy Saturday! The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality Advisory, in effect until…
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Poor air quality and spotty showers this afternoon
Expect to see the smoky haze remain over the region as the smoke from the Bedrock and Lookout fires drift into Central Oregon. There is some chance…
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Smoky pattern persists, rain from Hilary is a concern
The fire weather issues are once again taking center stage as the winds pick up and the ground is dry. Any ignition may cause rapid wildfire activity…
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Breezy conditions bring fire concerns
Hello Central Oregon! The high pressure that has dominated our area continues to slide east today, making way for a new front which will lead to…
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Showers keep temps down; winds increase fire danger
The rainy day has helped the region, as far as oppressively hot weather. The temps are significantly cooler, as the showers and cloud cover suppress…
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Slightly cooler temperatures, with more smoke
Welcome to Thursday! Today we will see the low pressure system off the California coast continue to stream moisture into Southern and Central Oregon.…
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Heat, unhealthy air quality, and a few storms define the day
A variety of weather issues today from heat to unhealthy air to a few spotty storms. Prepare properly if you go outside today as the heat will not be…
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