The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Red Flag Warning indicating increased fire potential for the southern half of Klamath and Lake Counties, extending into northern California, in effect from Noon Saturday until 9:00pm Saturday.
On Saturday, sustained SW winds of 15 to 25 MPH are forecast with gusts to 35 MPH; Afternoon relative humidity in the region will range from 10-20 percent. Seasonal summer temperatures combined with high winds and low humidity will create a critical fire weather situation on Saturday afternoon and evening.
A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are occurring now or will shortly, creating high fire potential.
Kevin Weeks
Oregon Department of Forestry