The National Weather Service in Medford has modified warnings for increased fire potential in south central Oregon, declaring a Red Flag Warning in effect in southern Klamath and Lake counties from 3:00 pm until 11pm Wednesday. Lightning is expected during this time.
Unstable flows with thunderstorms are expected to stay mostly north of the Oregon-California state line. Weather Service forecasters are warning of lightning, followed by the potential for hail, wind gusts and brief heavy rain. Dryer, more stable air is expected in the Klamath-Lake region Thursday.
A Red Flag Warning for much of central, eastern and NE Oregon continues until 11 pm Wednesday.
Kevin Weeks – Oregon Department of Forestry