The National Weather Service in Boise has extended the Red Flag Warning covering Oregon’s Malheur County further east and south into Idaho and northern Nevada. The warning calls for abundant lightning in the region until 6:00 Mountain Time Friday morning.
Strongest storm gusts are now predicted to reach 50 mph at times with some rain and hail, however not enough moisture to diminish the fire potential created by the summer storm.
The advisory applies to BLM-protected lands in the Vale District and Northern Boise District BLM.
Kevin Weeks
Oregon Department of Forestry