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High Wind Warning 12, NWS Medford, OR

December 18, 20197 counties in Oregon; Modoc County, Siskiyou County, California

NWS Medford, OR issued this high wind warning at Dec 18, 2019, 2:50 PM PST for 7 counties in Oregon; Modoc County, Siskiyou County, California. It took effect at Dec 19, 2019, 10:42 AM PST. It was in force for 64 hr. 4 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Dec 18, 2019, 2:50 PM PST (22:50 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 19, 2019, 10:42 AM PST
Expired
Dec 22, 2019, 3:01 AM PST
In force
64 hr
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

Counties Modoc County, CA, Siskiyou County, CA, Coos County, OR, Curry County, OR, Douglas County, OR, Jackson County, OR, Josephine County, OR, Klamath County, OR, Lake County, OR

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 47 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:51 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Dec 20, 8:00 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 2.576 E Gold Beach, OR
Dec 21, 8:00 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 1.653 Ne Bandon, ORTHE BULK OF THE RAIN HAS FALLEN SINCE 3 AM PST/IN THE LAST 5 HOURS.
Dec 21, 1:59 PM PSTHEAVY RAIN 2.081 Nne Langlois, OR2.08 INCHES RAIN IN PAST 12 HOURS.
Dec 21, 6:00 PM PSTHEAVY RAIN 0.672 Wsw Obrien, ORSINCE NOON.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Medford/Jackson, OR (KMFR), launched 12:00Z, 10.8 hours before the alert went out and 23 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Medford/Jackson, OR at 12:00Z on 2019-12-18Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Medford/Jackson, OR at 12:00Z on 2019-12-18The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 202 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
2434 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
24 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
202 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
251 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

551 
WWUS76 KMFR 182250
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
250 PM PST Wed Dec 18 2019

ORZ022-190700-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0007.191220T0600Z-191221T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T1200Z/
Curry County Coast-
Including the city of Gold Beach
250 PM PST Wed Dec 18 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY TO 4 AM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast including portions of highway 101.
  Headlands and higher terrain are most likely to experience high
  winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 4 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may be disturbed
  and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ021-190700-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0007.191220T0600Z-191221T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Port Orford
250 PM PST Wed Dec 18 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY TO 4 PM PST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of Highway
  101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are most likely
  to experience high winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 4 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may be disturbed
  and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

Smith

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11 follow-up statements
886 
WWUS76 KMFR 190636
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1036 PM PST Wed Dec 18 2019

ORZ022-191500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T1200Z/
Curry County Coast-
Including the city of Gold Beach
1036 PM PST Wed Dec 18 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY TO 4 AM
PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast including portions of highway 101. 
  Headlands and higher terrain are most likely to experience 
  high winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 4 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ021-191500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Port Orford
1036 PM PST Wed Dec 18 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THURSDAY TO 4 PM
PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of 
  Highway 101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are 
  most likely to experience high winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM Thursday to 4 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
314 
WWUS76 KMFR 191131
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
331 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

CAZ081-192300-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191220T0600Z-191221T1800Z/
/O.EXB.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191221T0600Z-191221T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed and Yreka
331 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM PST
   SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 10 AM PST
   SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph with 
  gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south winds 
  20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley, especially near Weed Airport. The
  warning applies to the Weed area. The Advisory initially applies 
  to the Weed area, but winds will increase Friday night, causing 
  Advisory level winds to spread north. 
 
* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 PM Friday to 10 AM PST 
  Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 10 
  AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may be disturbed
  and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of 
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if 
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-192300-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191220T0600Z-191222T0000Z/
/O.EXB.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0600Z-191222T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
331 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM PST
   SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4 PM
   PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 to
  40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Winds may gust as high
  as 70 mph Friday night into Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, 
  south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. 

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains. In Oregon, Winter
  Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner Mountains.
  The strongest winds will affect Oregon Highway 42 between 
  Paisley and Silver Lake. 

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may be disturbed
  and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of 
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if 
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ022-192300-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T1500Z/
Curry County Coast-
Including the city of Gold Beach
331 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
   PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast including portions of highway 101. 
  Headlands and higher terrain are most likely to experience 
  high winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ021-192300-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Port Orford
331 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM
   PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of 
  Highway 101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are 
  most likely to experience high winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ026-192300-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191220T0900Z-191221T1800Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
331 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM FRIDAY TO 10 AM PST
   SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The southern end of the Bear Creek Valley from around
  Ashland to Medford, including Talent and Phoenix. The strongest
  winds will be in the Ashland area. 

* WHEN...From 1 AM Friday to 10 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
  Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.
 
* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
330 
WWUS76 KMFR 191842
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1042 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

ORZ022-200000-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191219T1842Z-191221T1500Z/
Curry County Coast-
Including the city of Gold Beach
1042 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast including portions of highway 101. 
  Headlands and higher terrain are most likely to experience 
  high winds.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Saturday.The strongest winds are expected
  this evening through Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

CAZ081-200000-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191219T1900Z-191221T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191221T0600Z-191221T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed and Yreka
1042 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 10 AM
PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley, especially near Weed Airport. The 
  warning applies to the Weed area. The Advisory initially 
  applies to the Weed area, but winds will increase Friday 
  night, causing Advisory level winds to spread north.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 PM Friday to 10 AM 
  PST Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 10 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-200000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0600Z-191222T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191220T0600Z-191222T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
1042 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
4 PM PST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
4 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Winds may gust as 
  high as 70 mph Friday night into Saturday. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains. In Oregon, Winter 
  Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner 
  Mountains. The strongest winds will affect Oregon Highway 42 
  between Paisley and Silver Lake.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ021-200000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Port Orford
1042 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
7 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of 
  Highway 101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are 
  most likely to experience high winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ026-200000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191220T0900Z-191221T1800Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
1042 AM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM FRIDAY TO 10 AM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The southern end of the Bear Creek Valley from around 
  Ashland to Medford, including Talent and Phoenix. The 
  strongest winds will be in the Ashland area.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Friday to 10 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
BTL
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328 
WWUS76 KMFR 192237
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
237 PM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

CAZ081-201500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191221T0600Z-191221T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191221T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed and Yreka
237 PM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM FRIDAY TO 10 AM
PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley, especially near Weed Airport. The 
  warning applies to the Weed area. The Advisory initially 
  applies to the Weed area, but winds will increase Friday 
  night, causing Advisory level winds to spread north.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 PM Friday to 10 AM 
  PST Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 10 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-201500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0600Z-191222T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191220T0600Z-191222T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
237 PM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
4 PM PST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
4 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Winds may gust as 
  high as 70 mph Friday night into Saturday. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains. In Oregon, Winter 
  Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner 
  Mountains. The strongest winds will affect Oregon Highway 42 
  between Paisley and Silver Lake.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ022-201500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191221T1500Z/
Curry County Coast-
Including the city of Gold Beach
237 PM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast including portions of highway 101. 
  Headlands and higher terrain are most likely to experience 
  high winds.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Saturday. The strongest winds are expected
  to occur this evening through early Saturday morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ021-201500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191220T0300Z-191221T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Port Orford
237 PM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO
7 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of 
  Highway 101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are 
  most likely to experience high winds.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ026-201500-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191220T0900Z-191221T1800Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
237 PM PST Thu Dec 19 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM FRIDAY TO 10 AM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The southern end of the Bear Creek Valley from around 
  Ashland to Medford, including Talent and Phoenix. The 
  strongest winds will be in the Ashland area.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Friday to 10 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
BTL
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797 
WWUS76 KMFR 201323
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
523 AM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

CAZ081-210100-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191221T0600Z-191221T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191221T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed and Yreka
523 AM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley, especially near Weed Airport. The
  warning applies to the Weed area. The Advisory initially applies
  to the Weed area, but winds will increase tonight, causing 
  Advisory level winds to spread north.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 PM this morning to 10
  AM PST Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 10 AM PST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-210100-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
523 AM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 to
  40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. Winds may gust as high
  as 70 mph tonight into Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains. In Oregon, Winter 
  Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner 
  Mountains. The strongest winds will affect Oregon Highway 42 
  between Paisley and Silver Lake.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ022-210100-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191221T1500Z/
Curry County Coast-
Including the city of Gold Beach
523 AM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast including portions of highway 101. 
  Headlands and higher terrain are most likely to experience 
  high winds.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Saturday. 

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ021-210100-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191221T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Port Orford
523 AM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of 
  Highway 101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are 
  most likely to experience high winds.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

ORZ026-210100-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191221T1800Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
523 AM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The southern end of the Bear Creek Valley from around 
  Ashland to Medford, including Talent and Phoenix. The 
  strongest winds will be in the Ashland area.

* WHEN...Until to 10 AM PST Saturday, however winds are expected
  to be strongest this afternoon into Saturday morning. 

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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444 
WWUS76 KMFR 202314
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
314 PM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

ORZ028-211500-
/O.EXB.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191221T0900Z-191221T2100Z/
Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades-
314 PM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 1 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts 60 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades above
  5,500 foot elevations. This includes the Mount Ashland Ski Area.  

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 1 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Adel and Valley Falls
314 PM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST SATURDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 to
  40 mph with gusts 60 to 75 mph. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains including Highway
  299 near Cedarville for the High Wind Warning and portions of
  Highway 395 in the vicinity of Davis Creek and Highway 139 near
  Tionesta and Perez for the Wind Advisory area. In Oregon, Winter
  Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner Mountains
  for the High Wind Warning. The strongest winds will affect
  Oregon Highway 42 between Paisley and Silver Lake. The Wind
  Advisory also covers much of Highway 31, 140, and 395 north and
  east of Lakeview.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles, which could be blown over in the Wind
  Warning area. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown 
  about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.191221T0600Z-191222T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0300Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
314 PM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
7 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph with
  gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south winds
  20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley, especially near Weed Airport. The 
  warning applies to the Weed area. The Advisory initially 
  applies to the Weed area, but winds will increase tonight, 
  causing Advisory level winds to spread north.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 10 PM this evening to 7 
  PM PST Saturday. For the Wind Advisory, until 7 PM PST 
  Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-211500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191221T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Gold Beach
314 PM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of 
  Highway 101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are 
  most likely to experience high winds.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-211500-
/O.EXB.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191221T1500Z-191222T0000Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Newell and Macdoel
314 PM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 4 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast to south winds 15 to 25 mph with gust 45 to 55
  mph.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. In Oregon, Klamath Basin.

* WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

ORZ026-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191221T2100Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
314 PM PST Fri Dec 20 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The southern end of the Bear Creek Valley from around 
  Ashland to Medford, including Talent and Phoenix. The 
  strongest winds will be in the Ashland area.

* WHEN...Until 1 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
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856 
WWUS76 KMFR 211144
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
344 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Adel and Valley Falls
344 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 
  to 40 mph with gusts 60 to 75 mph. For the Wind Advisory, 
  south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains including Highway 
  299 near Cedarville for the High Wind Warning and portions of 
  Highway 395 in the vicinity of Davis Creek and Highway 139 
  near Tionesta and Perez for the Wind Advisory area. In Oregon, 
  Winter Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner 
  Mountains for the High Wind Warning. The strongest winds will 
  affect Oregon Highway 42 between Paisley and Silver Lake. The 
  Wind Advisory also covers much of Highway 31, 140, and 395 
  north and east of Lakeview.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles, which could be blown 
  over in the Wind Warning area. Holiday decorations may be 
  disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
344 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...In the warning area, Interstate 5 south of Gazelle. In
  the advisory area, Interstate 5 south of Grenada and east of
  Interstate 5 including Montague. 

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ028-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades-
344 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts 60 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades above 
  5,500 foot elevations. This includes the Mount Ashland Ski 
  Area.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-211500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191221T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Gold Beach
344 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 75 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast including portions of 
  Highway 101 and Cape Arago. Headlands and higher terrain are 
  most likely to experience high winds.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive a high profile
vehicle.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191221T1500Z-191222T0600Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Newell and Macdoel
344 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO 10 PM
PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southeast to south winds 15 to 25 mph with gust 45 to 
  55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. In Oregon, Klamath Basin.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

ORZ026-211500-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
344 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The southern end of the Bear Creek Valley from around 
  Ashland to Medford, including Talent and Phoenix. The 
  strongest winds will be in the Ashland area.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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678 
WWUS76 KMFR 211446
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
646 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

ORZ021-022-211600-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191221T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon and Gold Beach
646 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM PST THIS MORNING...

South winds have gradually diminished and will remain below 
warning criteria this morning.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Adel and Valley Falls
646 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 
  to 40 mph with gusts 60 to 75 mph. For the Wind Advisory, 
  south winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains including Highway 
  299 near Cedarville for the High Wind Warning and portions of 
  Highway 395 in the vicinity of Davis Creek and Highway 139 
  near Tionesta and Perez for the Wind Advisory area. In Oregon, 
  Winter Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner 
  Mountains for the High Wind Warning. The strongest winds will 
  affect Oregon Highway 42 between Paisley and Silver Lake. The 
  Wind Advisory also covers much of Highway 31, 140, and 395 
  north and east of Lakeview.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles, which could be blown 
  over in the Wind Warning area. Holiday decorations may be 
  disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
646 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...In the warning area, Interstate 5 south of Gazelle. In 
  the advisory area, Interstate 5 south of Grenada and east of 
  Interstate 5 including Montague.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ028-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades-
646 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southerly winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts 60 to 80 mph.

* WHERE...Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades above 
  5,500 foot elevations. This includes the Mount Ashland Ski 
  Area.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.191221T1500Z-191222T0600Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Newell and Macdoel
646 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southeast to south winds 15 to 25 mph with gust 45 to 
  55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. In Oregon, Klamath Basin.

* WHEN...From 7 AM this morning to 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

ORZ026-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
646 AM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The southern end of the Bear Creek Valley from around 
  Ashland to Medford, including Talent and Phoenix. The 
  strongest winds will be in the Ashland area.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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358 
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
232 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

ORZ028-212345-
/O.CAN.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades-
232 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

South winds will continue to gust 40 to 60 mph above 5,000 foot
elevations this afternoon into early this evening before
diminishing. However, this is lower than the 75 mph required for a
warning, so the warning has been cancelled.

$$

ORZ026-212345-
/O.CAN.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0000Z/
Jackson County-
232 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds have diminished to below advisory level this afternoon and 
are expected to remain below that level through the evening.
Therefore, the wind advisory has been cancelled.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-220645-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Adel and Valley Falls
232 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 to
  40 mph with gusts 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20
  to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains including Highway 
  299 near Cedarville for the High Wind Warning and portions of 
  Highway 395 in the vicinity of Davis Creek and Highway 139 
  near Tionesta and Perez for the Wind Advisory area. In Oregon, 
  Winter Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner 
  Mountains for the High Wind Warning. The strongest winds will 
  affect Oregon Highway 42 between Paisley and Silver Lake. The 
  Wind Advisory also covers much of Highway 31, 140, and 395 
  north and east of Lakeview.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 4 AM PST Sunday. For 
  the Wind Advisory, until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles, which could be blown 
  over in the Wind Warning area. Holiday decorations may be 
  disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-220600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
232 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 35 mph with
  gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south winds
  20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...In the warning area, Interstate 5 south of Gazelle. In 
  the advisory area, Interstate 5 south of Grenada and east of 
  Interstate 5 including Montague.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may 
  be disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-220600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Newell and Macdoel
232 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southeast to south winds 15 to 25 mph with gust 45 to 
  55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. In Oregon, Klamath Basin.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result. Holiday decorations may be disturbed and blown about.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$
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604 
WWUS76 KMFR 220550
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
950 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

CAZ081-221400-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
950 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Interstate 5 south of Grenada and east of Interstate 5 
  including Montague.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-220700-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T0600Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Newell and Macdoel
950 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Winds have diminished, but will still be gusty into Sunday
morning. 

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-221200-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Adel and Valley Falls
950 PM PST Sat Dec 21 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 30 
  to 40 mph with gusts 60 mph. For the Wind Advisory, south 
  winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains including Highway 
  299 near Cedarville for the High Wind Warning and portions of 
  Highway 395 in the vicinity of Davis Creek and Highway 139 
  near Tionesta and Perez for the Wind Advisory area. In Oregon, 
  Winter Rim and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner 
  Mountains for the High Wind Warning. The strongest winds will 
  affect Oregon Highway 42 between Paisley and Silver Lake. The 
  Wind Advisory also covers much of Highway 31, 140, and 395 
  north and east of Lakeview.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles, which could be blown 
  over in the Wind Warning area. Holiday decorations may be 
  disturbed and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of
your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if
you must drive.

&&

$$

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884 
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URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
301 AM PST Sun Dec 22 2019

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-221800-
/O.CAN.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-191222T1200Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T1800Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Adel and Valley Falls
301 AM PST Sun Dec 22 2019

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 55 mph.

* WHERE...In California, the Warner Mountains including Highway
  299 near Cedarville, highway 395 in the vicinity of Davis Creek
  and Highway 139 near Tionesta and Perez. In Oregon, Winter Rim
  and areas to the east of the rim, and the Warner Mountains, 
  much of Highway 31, 140, and 395 north and east of Lakeview.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. Holiday decorations may be disturbed
  and blown about.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

CAZ081-221800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0027.000000T0000Z-191222T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
301 AM PST Sun Dec 22 2019

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 55 mph.

* WHERE...Interstate 5 south of Grenada and east of Interstate 5 
  including Montague.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. 
  Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may 
  result.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high
profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects.

&&

$$

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What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this high wind warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Medford, OR wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Dec 18, 2:39 PM PST, 11 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Dec 18, 2:39 PM PST, 11 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Medford OR
239 PM PST Wed Dec 18 2019

.SHORT TERM...Today through Saturday night...A frontal system
will bring active weather to the forecast area through Saturday at
least...and perhaps through Sunday. Moderate to strong winds,
mountain snowfall, and moderate to heavy lower elevation rainfall
will accompany this front. These elements are detailed below.

...SNOW...Some light snow associated with weakening low pressure
has been observed on webcams over portions of Northern California
and the Southern Oregon Cascades. Precipitation will increase over
the area tonight into Thursday as a warm front begins to move
northward. Snow levels will start out around 4000 feet as warm
frontal precipitation arrives, and this will bring a round of snow
to Siskiyou Summit on Interstate 5 and Klamath Falls. The
majority of guidance shows snow levels rising some in the mid
morning hours, so only several inches of snow are expected at
Siskiyou Summit and Klamath Falls. We've left those areas out of
the Winter Weather Advisory. Higher elevation areas, to include
Snowmans Summit on Highway 89...the Southern Oregon Cascades, and
Highway 97 north of Klamath Falls will see snow for a longer
period of time, and we continue to advertise this with a Winter
Weather Advisory. Precipitation diminishes and snow levels rise in
the afternoon, so our Advisory ends at 3pm Thursday. Before that,
there will be travel impacts to the passes, Highway 97, and
portions of Highway 140 east of Klamath Falls.

There will be a distinct break in snow impacts from Thursday night
through Friday night as the frontal boundary remains mainly
offshore. Snow returns to the forecast area Saturday as the frontal
boundary swings inland. Confidence in timing for snowfall is low at
this time based on some timing differences between model solutions.
It's likely that we'll see at least another 6 inches of snow in the
mountains above 4500 feet as the front pushes through on Saturday.
Some model data show Mt Shasta City receiving significant snowfall
Saturday, and we'll be monitoring that for potential hazard
issuances.

...RAIN...Confidence has grown over the past 24 hours in the
expected evolution of the heaviest precipitation with the frontal
system. In short, moderate to heavy rainfall will impact lower
elevation areas (heaviest coast and Western Siskiyou County) with
the warm front tonight and Thursday. Then, there will be a break
in heavy rainfall Friday (some rainfall continuing in
upslope/terrain areas like Coast Range and Mt Shasta area). Then
the front will move back in Saturday and bring a period of
moderate to heavy rainfall (heaviest Curry County coast and nearby
mountains). Operational model and ensemble trends have given us
higher confidence in the break in precipitation on Friday, so we
have better confidence now that we won't have major flooding
impacts from this front. We'll of course have to keep an eye on
the Atmospheric River (AR) placement by future models because a
shift southward of 100 miles would make a big difference in our
forecast and expected impacts. For now, this AR should be mostly
beneficial (rainfall in a relatively dry water year thus far...and
building snowpack) with some hazards such as ponding of water on
roadways and rising creeks/streams. Keene

...WIND...Strong winds will probably hit the coast late Thursday
night through most of Friday. The orientation of the winds hitting
the coast Thursday night is more south westerly, so this should
allow for many locations along our coast to see strong winds and
wind gusts around 55 mph to 60 mph Thursday night. As the event
drags on into Friday, winds near the surface and aloft will turn
more southerly as a cold front pushes towards the coast. As a
result, most locations south of Cape Blanco will still see strong
winds through Friday night, yet areas north of Cape Blanco won't
feel as strong of winds.

The coast won't be the only location that will see strong winds. Our
typical impacted areas east of the Cascades will likely see breezy
conditions for most of this event.  Summer Lake will be pretty close
to hitting wind advisory conditions Saturday morning.  Most of the
models are showing 65 knot 700 mb winds over that location.  In
addition,  the Shasta Valley will likely see stronger winds from
Friday into Saturday.  We are not excited about the Rogue Valley
seeing the strong winds because we need more of southeast component
to get the winds down in Medford.  Ashland could very well see
breezy conditions for most of the event, Thursday night through
most of Friday.

Overall, the impacts for these strong winds will be difficult
driving conditions for large profile vehicles in addition to the
potential for some downed trees along the coast.  Lastly, holiday
decorations may be disturbed if one is living on the coast.

-Smith

.LONG TERM...Sunday through Tuesday...A low pressure system
will approach the region from the southwest on Sunday while inland,
a front remains over central or eastern portions of the CWA.
Precipitation may increase along the front as the disturbance
moves inland from the southwest. Although there is variability on
where the front will linger on Sunday, overall expect light to
moderate precipitation likely across much of the area Sunday.
Snow levels are expected near 4000 feet Sunday so some snow
accumulations are possible across higher passes. Sunday night, as
the disturbance gradually moves east and an upper trough remains in
place, showers may linger across inland areas. Meanwhile at the
coast, another disturbance may move just off the coast from north to
south with continued chances for showers across coastal areas as
well.

An upper trough is forecast to remain over the area Monday. As the
upper trough is in place on Monday some continued light showers are
possible. Given the colder air mass, snow levels down to lower
passes are possible. However, models are in good agreement
indicating any showers would have only very light precipitation
amounts.

Monday night into Tuesday, a broad upper trough will remain with
main energy associated with earlier shortwave trough south to
southeast of the CWA. As a result, expect a cold pattern with only
weak chances for any precipitation.  Temperatures may drop to
freezing or below in western valleys on Tuesday morning if there is
a break between weather systems and decreased cloud cover.  Model
and ensemble solutions then indicate another low will approach the
region Tuesday night. Model variability increases Tuesday night into
Wednesday with low confidence in the track and strength of this low.
There is a range of possible solutions includes that the low may
track south along the coast before shifting inland south of the area
or the low may move inland over the area on Christmas Day with a
mix of light to moderate of rain and snow. Confidence is low on the
forecast details for the Christmas day period and we will continue
to monitor and update as confidence increases. -CC

&&

.AVIATION...For the 18/18Z TAFs...VFR prevails this afternoon except
for areas of MVFR cigs, particularly in the Mt. Shasta region.
Ceilings will lower late this afternoon and this evening with
areas of MVFR cigs developing in light rain/snow. Overnight into
Thursday morning, expect a mix of MVFR/IFR moving into
all TAF sites with some rain (North Bend, Roseburg,
Medford) and snow (Klamath Falls). Turbulence aloft is also possible
today into Thursday due to increasing winds aloft. -CC

&&

.MARINE...Updated 200 PM PST Wednesday, 18 December 2019...South
winds and seas will remain elevated and hazardous to small craft
today through tonight with a frontal system remaining mostly
offshore. A warm front will bring periods of rain and low visibility
at times tonight into Thursday. Then, an extended period of gales
with steep to very steep seas are expected Thursday through Friday
night. Periods of heavy rain will affect northern areas beginning
late Thursday night, then shift southward across all of the waters
Friday into Saturday morning. Due to the long duration of gale force
winds, seas will become fully arisen. The very high and very steep
southerly wind waves combined with high and steep northwest swell
will likely result in particularly hazardous seas reaching peak
heights in the 20-25 foot range late Thursday night through Friday.
Mariners should consider altering their plans or remain in port
until this long-lived storm passes. Conditions will begin to improve
Saturday. After a few days of relatively calm conditions early next
week, another system may arrive around midweek. -BPN/Spilde

&&

.MFR WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
OR...Winter Weather Advisory from 1 AM to 1 PM PST Thursday for
     ORZ029>031.
     High Wind Warning from 7 PM Thursday to 4 AM PST Saturday for
     ORZ022.
     High Surf Warning from 4 PM Thursday to 4 AM PST Saturday for
     ORZ021-022.
     Winter Weather Advisory from 7 PM this evening to 1 PM PST
     Thursday for ORZ027-028.
     High Wind Warning from 7 PM Thursday to 4 PM PST Friday for
     ORZ021.

CA...Winter Weather Advisory from 7 PM this evening to 1 PM PST
     Thursday for CAZ082-083.

Pacific Coastal Waters...Small Craft Advisory until 7 AM PST Thursday for
     PZZ350-356-370-376.
     Gale Warning from 7 AM Thursday to 4 AM PST Saturday for
     PZZ350-356-370-376.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Medford, OR issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 18, 2:13 PM PSTGale WarningMFR62 hr
Dec 18, 2:15 PM PSTHigh Surf WarningMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas62 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.