Red Flag Warning Set to Take Effect at Noon

WA wildfires: Red flag warning issued for Olympics, North Cascades

The National Weather Service issued a red flag warning for the Olympics and North Cascades through 11 p.m. Wednesday, with a fire watch Thursday.

Red Flag Warning Set to Take Effect at Noon

A red flag warning is set to take effect at noon Thursday for the North Cascades, including the western slopes, and the Olympic Mountains, as thunderstorms could bring lightning capable of sparking new wildfires. The National Weather Service is also warning about strong and unpredictable outflow winds that can spread rapidly away from thunderstorms. Those winds could reach up to 30 miles per hour, creating additional challenges for firefighters …