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* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from numerous wild fires in Oregon and Nothern California * WHERE...Harney and Malheur Counties. * WHEN...Until at least 11 AM PDT FRIDAY. * IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.

* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire. * WHERE...Harney and Malheur Counties. * WHEN...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PDT WEDNESDAY. * IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.

* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfires. * WHERE...Harney and Malheur Counties. * WHEN....AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PDT WEDNESDAY. * IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects include infants, young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults, and pregnant women. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone.

* WHAT...Very hot temperatures. High temperatures 96 to 108. Limited overnight relief with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures 100 to 108 degrees. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon and central, south central, and southeast Washington. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those who are heat sensitive and those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures 100 to 108 degrees. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon and central, south central, and southeast Washington. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those who are heat sensitive and those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

* WHAT...Daytime temperatures up to 94 to 102 degrees expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Oregon and southwest Washington, including the Willamette Valley, the Portland Metro Area, Clark County lowlands, the western and central Columbia River Gorge, and Hood River Valley. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

* WHAT...Daytime temperatures up to 94 to 102 degrees expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Oregon and southwest Washington, including the Willamette Valley, the Portland Metro Area, Clark County lowlands, the western and central Columbia River Gorge, and Hood River Valley. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

...Crictical Fire weather conditions possible Thursday afternoon and evening... ...A short wave will move along the eastern side of the high pressure over the region. This will cause a tightening of the pressure gradient and will enhance the winds Thursday afternoon. With the hot, dry, conditions of the ridge dominating, these winds will result in locally critical conditions... The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Fire Weather Watch, which is in effect from Thursday afternoon through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * AFFECTED AREA...In CAZ280...Fire weather zone 280.In CAZ281... Fire weather zone 281.In CAZ282...Fire weather zone 282.In ORZ623...Fire weather zone 623. * WIND...Sustained 10 to 15 mph, with gusts up to 25 mph. * HUMIDITY...8 to 15 percent. * DETAILEDURL...View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 103 to 108 possible at low elevations. * WHERE...Portions of south central, southwest and west central Idaho and northeast and southeast Oregon. * WHEN...Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* WHAT...High temperatures from the upper 90s to around 105 with overnight lows from the upper 50s to upper 60s. * WHERE...Inland valleys west of the Cascades to include the Shasta, Scott, Klamath River, Rogue, Illinois, and Umpqua Valleys. This includes the cities and communities of Medford, Ashland, Phoenix, Talent, Eagle Point, Grants Pass, Roseburg, Sutherlin, Yreka, Montague, and Weed. * WHEN...From 2 PM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illness. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Certain medications may make you more vulnerable to heat illness, check with your doctor or pharmacist for details.

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology An Air Quality Alert issued for all of Chelan, Okanogan, Ferry, and Asotin County is in effect until further notice, due to expected smoke from nearby and regional wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy and Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels. Health Impacts and Recommended Actions: When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure. Agricultural and outdoor burning restrictions are in effect.

* WHAT...Very hot temperatures. High temperatures 96 to 108. Limited overnight relief with low temperatures in the mid 60s to mid 70s. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and Central, East Central, North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Saturday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat will increase the risk of heat-related illnesses, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures 100 to 108 degrees. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon and central, south central, and southeast Washington. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those who are heat sensitive and those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures 100 to 108 degrees. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of central, north central, and northeast Oregon and central, south central, and southeast Washington. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for much of the population, especially those who are heat sensitive and those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.

* WHAT...Daytime temperatures up to 95 to 99 degrees expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Oregon and southwest Washington, including the Willamette Valley, the Portland Metro Area, Clark County lowlands, the western and central Columbia River Gorge, and Hood River Valley. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

* WHAT...Daytime temperatures up to 95 to 99 degrees expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Oregon and southwest Washington, including the Willamette Valley, the Portland Metro Area, Clark County lowlands, the western and central Columbia River Gorge, and Hood River Valley. * WHEN...From 11 AM to 11 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

* WHAT...High temperatures from the upper 90s to around 105 with overnight lows from the upper 50s to upper 60s. * WHERE...In California, Central Siskiyou County and Western Siskiyou County. In Oregon, Central Douglas County, Eastern Curry County and Josephine County, and Jackson County. * WHEN...From 2 PM Thursday to 8 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 103 to 108 possible. * WHERE...Portions of south central, southwest and west central Idaho and northeast and southeast Oregon. * WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies: Washington Department of Ecology Colville Confederated Tribes An Air Quality Alert issued for all of Chelan, Okanogan, Ferry, and Asotin County, as well as the Colville Reservation is in effect until further notice, due to expected smoke from nearby and regional wildfires. Particulate matter (PM2.5) may reach Unhealthy and Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups levels. Health Impacts and Recommended Actions: When air quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. When air quality is Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups, sensitive groups should take steps to reduce exposure. Limit time outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for cleaner indoor air. Everyone should watch for symptoms as a sign to reduce exposure. Agricultural and outdoor burning restrictions are in effect.