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Wind Advisory 3, NWS Medford, OR

January 14, 2020Jackson County, Klamath County, Lake County, Oregon; Modoc County, California

NWS Medford, OR issued this wind advisory at Jan 14, 2020, 2:00 PM PST for Jackson County, Klamath County, Lake County, Oregon; Modoc County, California. It took effect at Jan 15, 2020, 10:00 AM PST. It was in force for 27 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Jan 14, 2020, 2:00 PM PST (22:00 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 15, 2020, 10:00 AM PST
Expired
Jan 16, 2020, 1:25 PM PST
In force
27 hr
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

Counties Modoc County, CA, Jackson County, OR, Klamath County, OR, Lake County, OR

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 115 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:03 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.

The nearest sounding before it

Medford/Jackson, OR (KMFR), launched 12:00Z, 10.0 hours before the alert went out and 117 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 2020-01-14Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 2 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 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 2020-01-14The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 117 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 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
2 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-15 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
834 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
64 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
117 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
248 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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779 
WWUS76 KMFR 142200
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
200 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

ORZ021-022-151400-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0002.200115T1800Z-200116T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1500Z-200116T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.FR.Y.0001.200115T0700Z-200115T1700Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Coos Bay, North Bend, Reedsport, 
Port Orford, and Gold Beach
200 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...FROST ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 PM THIS EVENING TO 9 AM PST
   WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 7 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 30 to 50 mph with
  gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Frost Advisory, 
  temperatures as low as 31 will result in frost formation.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM to 7 PM PST 
  Wednesday. For the Frost Advisory, from 11 PM this evening to 
  9 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Frost could kill sensitive
  outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. US Highway 101 will be
  affected by the strong winds.

* 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.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$

ORZ030-031-151400-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0002.200116T0000Z-200116T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
200 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 PM PST
   THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 PM PST
   THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 to
  40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory,
  south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
  County and Central and Eastern Lake County. The strongest winds
  will be in the Summer Lake area and Highway OR 31 between
  Paisley and Silver Lake. 

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-151400-
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
200 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 PM PST
   THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 PM PST
   THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 25 to 40 mph with
  gusts up to 60 mph expected. For the Wind Advisory, south winds
  15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Modoc County. The strongest winds will occur across the
  Warner Mountain ridges. 

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-151400-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0002.200115T2100Z-200116T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1800Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
200 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO 4 AM PST
   THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County. The strongest winds will be
  around the Weed Airport.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Interstate 5 and US
  Highway 97 will be affected by strong winds.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ029-151400-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Klamath Basin-
200 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 PM PST
   THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Klamath Basin.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
9 follow-up statements
819 
WWUS76 KMFR 150514
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
914 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

ORZ021-022-151315-
/O.EXT.KMFR.FR.Y.0001.200115T0700Z-200115T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1500Z-200116T0300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Coos Bay, North Bend, Reedsport, 
Port Orford, and Gold Beach
914 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...FROST ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST WEDNESDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 7 PM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 30 to 50 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Frost Advisory, 
  temperatures as low as 31 will result in frost formation.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, from 7 AM to 7 PM PST 
  Wednesday. For the Frost Advisory, until 7 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Frost could 
  kill sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. US 
  Highway 101 will be affected by the strong winds.

* 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.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-151315-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
914 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO
4 PM PST THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 PM
PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake 
  County and Central and Eastern Lake County. The strongest 
  winds will be in the Summer Lake area and Highway OR 31 
  between Paisley and Silver Lake.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-151315-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1800Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
914 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO
4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County. The strongest winds will be 
  around the Weed Airport.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Interstate 5 
  and US Highway 97 will be affected by strong winds.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ029-151315-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Klamath Basin-
914 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM WEDNESDAY TO 4 PM
PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Klamath Basin.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
932 
WWUS76 KMFR 151110
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
310 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

ORZ021-022-151915-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1500Z-200116T0300Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.FR.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-200115T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Coos Bay, North Bend, Reedsport, 
Port Orford, and Gold Beach
310 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 30 to 50 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Frost Advisory, 
  temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast.

* WHEN...For the Frost Advisory, until 7 AM PST Wednesday. Then,
  the High Wind Warning goes into effect from 7 AM to 7 PM PST 
  Wednesday.
 
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Frost could kill 
  sensitive outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. US Highway 101 
  will be affected by the strong winds.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-151915-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
310 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 4 PM PST THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern Klamath County and Southern Lake
  County as well as for the Warner Mountains in Modoc County. The
  Strongest winds will be near Highway 31 between Summer Lake and
  Paisley.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-151915-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1800Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
310 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in central Siskiyou County. The
  strongest winds will be near the Weed Airport. This includes
  portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 97.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially
  for high profile vehicles. 

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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.
&&

$$

ORZ029-151915-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Klamath Basin-
310 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Higher terrain in the eastern Klamath Basin. East of
  Chiloquin.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
071 
WWUS76 KMFR 151152
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
352 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

ORZ029-151300-
/O.CAN.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Klamath Basin-
352 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds will still be gusty, and have rolled the wind headlines 
into the Winter Weather Advisory product. See the WSWMFR for more 
details.

$$

ORZ021-022-152000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1500Z-200116T0300Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.FR.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-200115T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Coos Bay, North Bend, Reedsport, 
Port Orford, and Gold Beach
352 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...FROST ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM THIS MORNING TO
7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 30 to 50 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Frost Advisory, 
  temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation.

* WHERE...For the Frost Advisory, most of the Coos and Curry
  County Coast. For the High Wind Warning, this includes portions
  of the Coos County Coast as well as most of the Curry County
  Coast. This includes portions of Highway 101, and the Cities of
  Pistol River; Gold Beach; Ophir; Port Orford; and Cape Blanco.

* WHEN...For the Frost Advisory, until 7 AM PST Wednesday. Then, 
  the High Wind Warning goes into effect from 7 AM to 7 PM PST 
  Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines.
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
  especially for high profile vehicles. Frost could kill sensitive
  outdoor vegetation if left uncovered. 

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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.

Take steps now to protect tender plants from the cold.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-152000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
352 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 4 PM PST THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern Klamath County and Southern Lake 
  County as well as for the Warner Mountains in Modoc County. 
  The Strongest winds will be near Highway 31 between Summer 
  Lake and Paisley.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-152000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1800Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
352 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in central Siskiyou County. The 
  strongest winds will be near the Weed Airport. This includes 
  portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 97.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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. 
&&

$$

ORZ026-152000-
/O.EXB.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T1800Z-200116T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the city of Ashland
352 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with
  gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Jackson County.

* WHEN...From 10 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.
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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
958 
WWUS76 KMFR 151444
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
644 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

ORZ021-022-160000-
/O.EXP.KMFR.FR.Y.0001.000000T0000Z-200115T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1500Z-200116T0300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Coos Bay, North Bend, Reedsport, 
Port Orford, and Gold Beach
644 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS
EVENING...
...FROST ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, this includes portions of 
  the Coos County Coast as well as most of the Curry County Coast.
  This includes portions of Highway 101, and the Cities of Pistol
  River; Gold Beach; Ophir; Port Orford; and Cape Blanco.

* WHEN...Through 7 PM PST today.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds are starting to increase, which will
  inhibit frost. Thus, the frost advisory will be allowed to 
  expire.

* 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-ORZ030-031-160000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T2100Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
644 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 4 PM PST THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern Klamath County and Southern Lake 
  County as well as for the Warner Mountains in Modoc County. 
  The Strongest winds will be near Highway 31 between Summer 
  Lake and Paisley.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-160000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.200115T1800Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
644 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in central Siskiyou County. The 
  strongest winds will be near the Weed Airport. This includes 
  portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 97.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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. 
&&

$$

ORZ026-160000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.200115T1800Z-200116T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the city of Ashland
644 AM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with 
  gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southern portion of the Rogue Valley including Ashland,
  Talent, and portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 66. This 
  advisory also includes portions oh Highway 140 well east of 
  White City. 

* WHEN...From 10 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. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile 
  vehicles.

* 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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258 
WWUS76 KMFR 152100
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
100 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-161200-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
100 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern Klamath County and Southern Lake 
  County as well as for the Warner Mountains in Modoc County. 
  The Strongest winds will be near Highway 31 between Summer 
  Lake and Paisley.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-160300-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T0300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Port Orford and Gold Beach
100 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS
   EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 50 mph with gusts up to 70 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, this includes portions of 
  the Coos County Coast as well as most of the Curry County 
  Coast. This includes portions of Highway 101, and the Cities 
  of Pistol River; Gold Beach; Ophir; Port Orford; and Cape 
  Blanco.

* WHEN...Through 7 PM PST today.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. 
  Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be 
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-161200-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
100 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in central Siskiyou County. The 
  strongest winds will be near the Weed Airport. This includes 
  portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 97.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Secure loose objects or bring them inside before the winds begin.
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. 
&&

$$

ORZ026-160600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200116T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the city of Ashland
100 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with 
  gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southern portion of the Rogue Valley including Ashland,
  Talent, and portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 66. This
  advisory also includes portions of Highway 140 well east of 
  White City.

* WHEN...From 10 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. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile 
  vehicles.

* 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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160 
WWUS76 KMFR 160248
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
648 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

ORZ021-022-160400-
/O.CAN.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T0300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
648 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...THE HIGH WIND WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

The strong winds have diminished and moved inland.
Winds will remain breezy, yet continue to diminish into the 
overnight hours.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-161100-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
648 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern Klamath County and Southern Lake 
  County as well as for the Warner Mountains in Modoc County. 
  The Strongest winds will be near Highway 31 between Summer 
  Lake and Paisley.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-161100-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
648 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in central Siskiyou County. The 
  strongest winds will be near the Weed Airport. This includes 
  portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 97.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ026-160600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200116T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the city of Ashland
648 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 30 mph with 
  gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Southern portion of the Rogue Valley including 
  Ashland, Talent, and portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 66. 
  This advisory also includes portions of Highway 140 well east 
  of White City.

* WHEN...From 10 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. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile 
  vehicles.

* 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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909 
WWUS76 KMFR 160552
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
952 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

ORZ026-160700-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200116T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the city of Ashland
952 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

Winds will become light in the Rogue Valley for the remainder of
the overnight hours.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-161400-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
952 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

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

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern Klamath County and Southern Lake 
  County as well as for the Warner Mountains in Modoc County. 
  The Strongest winds will be near Highway 31 between Summer 
  Lake and Paisley.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-161200-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
952 PM PST Wed Jan 15 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in central Siskiyou County. The 
  strongest winds will be near the Weed Airport. This includes 
  portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 97.

* WHEN...From 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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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238 
WWUS76 KMFR 161134
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
334 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

CAZ081-161245-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200116T1200Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
334 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 4 AM PST EARLY THIS MORNING...

Winds have come down in the last few hours. Thus, will allow the
high wind warning to expire. Winds, however, may still be breezy
to gusty for the next several hours. 

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-170000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
334 AM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

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

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south to southwest winds 25 
  to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected. For the Wind 
  Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of eastern Klamath County and Southern Lake 
  County as well as for the Warner Mountains in Modoc County. 
  The Strongest winds will be near Highway 31 between Summer 
  Lake and Paisley.

* WHEN...Through 4 PM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds can blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, 
  especially for high profile vehicles.

* 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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396 
WWUS76 KMFR 162125
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
125 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-162230-
/O.CAN.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
/O.CAN.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-200117T0000Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
125 PM PST Thu Jan 16 2020

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...
...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Winds are diminishing across the area. 

$$

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What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this wind advisory 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 wind advisory went out at Jan 14, 2:00 PM PST, 0 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Jan 14, 2:00 PM PST, 0 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Medford OR
200 PM PST Tue Jan 14 2020

.DISCUSSION...14/12Z NAM/GFS/EC in.

..and the hits just keep on coming...

Showers will diminish into tonight with some clearing possible
tonight. Snow levels near 2000 feet will dip down to around 1000
ft MSL Wednesday morning. With the clearing and fresh snowfall, it
could get quite cold tonight; even the coast will see low
temperatures in the 30s.

The upper trough over the area won't move out, as energy diving
down the back side of it will cause it to redig offshore tonight
into Wednesday. This will support a strong surface front which
will move onshore tomorrow. The 14/12Z NAM (GFS) run shows a peak
OTH- ACV gradient of -9.0 (-9.2) mb at 1 PM (1 PM) PST Wednesday
and a peak MFR-RDD gradient of -8.7 (-9.0) at 1 PM (4 PM) PST
Wednesday. Both could support High Wind Warning winds along the
coast and in the Shasta Valley, respectively, and the east side
will see high winds as well. Snow levels will rise up to 2500 to
3000 feet as the front approaches.

The other concern here is snow in the Mount Shasta area. Low snow
levels combined with strong southerly upslope flow will lead to
heavy snow in that area Wednesday afternoon through Wednesday
night.

Once the front moves inland there will be plenty of post-frontal
shower activity as the upper trough will remain just offshore
Wednesday night into Thursday. Snow levels will drop to around
2000 feet MSL Thursday morning.

The upper trough will finally move inland Thursday night and
ridge will build in from the south. That will provide a relative
break in the action, but there will still be some light shower
activity over the area. Snow levels will drop back down to around
1000 feet MSL Friday morning. The break will end Saturday, when
another front will move onshore.

LONG TERM...Saturday-Tuesday, January 18th-21st...The next
cold front will approach the coast and move onshore Saturday. This
front is not expected to be as strong as its predecessor, but
still expect some gusty southerly winds in advance of it along the
coast, in the mountains, through the Shasta Valley and over the east
side. Right now, feeling is that these winds will be sub-advisory,
but could be some gusts to 50 mph along the coast and 40 mph over
the typically windier inland spots. The front will likely lose some
of its punch as the best upper dynamics supporting it lift northward
through northern Oregon/Washington and into SW British Columbia.
Expect another period of mostly light rain/snow with snow levels
rising from 2500 feet to around 4000 feet. Best precipitation
will be focused in SW Oregon and western Siskiyou County where
there could be a few inches of snow in the mountains. But, there
shouldn't be much more than 1-3 inches of new snow over the higher
passes along I-5 and in the Cascades. Precipitation will end in most
places overnight Saturday with mainly dry weather continuing into
Sunday, though some light showers could persist along the coast.

Confidence in the forecast decreases early next week, but
guidance does show another couple of frontal systems, one
approaching the coast late Sunday night into Monday and another
Tuesday or perhaps Wednesday. Just how far inland these systems
get remains in question as upper support may once again largely lift
north of the area, but we have maintained higher POPs in SW Oregon
and along the coast. The second system toward midweek looks
stronger. One thing that appears more certain is that snow levels
should continue to rise during this time frame. The flow overall
becomes more west-southwesterly and the air mass originates from the
central Pacific. Snow levels should rise above 4000 feet during this
time frame. -Spilde

&&

.AVIATION...For the 14/18Z TAF Cycle....Ceilings and timing between
VFR, MVFR and occasional IFR will be a challenge today due to the
unstable conditions over the area. MVFR with local IFR ceilings are
expected to prevail in the presence of showers with widespread
obscuration of higher terrain. However could not rule out occasional
VFR ceilings in between showers. Timing of when this will occur is
low so watch for updates to the TAF's. Freezing level this on the
morning sounding is 3500 feet, but with a cooler air mass that moved
late this morning, they likely lowered to around 2500 feet.

Stable conditions are expected later this evening and tonight with
LIFR ceilings and visibility at Roseburg, Medford and most other
westside valleys. Could not rule out fog and low clouds at Klamath
Falls later tonight, but confidence was not high enough to include
the lower conditions in the TAF. -Sven

&&

.MARINE...Updated 200 PM PST Monday 13 Jan 2020...A series of
strong fronts will result in high to very high and steep to very
steep seas through the week.

A very strong front will approach the waters Wednesday, then the
front itself will move into the waters Wednesday afternoon. It's
during this time period where we can expect winds to be strongest
with very steep and heavy seas. It's likely we'll have at least high
end gales for all of the waters,and storm force winds Wednesday
afternoon offshore from Gold beach northward. With wind waves near
20 feet combining with a high tide of near 20 feet, this may bring
waves into the parking lot at Port Orford, and into the first row of
the RV park at the beach in Brookings/Harbor.

Once the front moves inland Wednesday evening, winds will decrease,
however seas are expected to remain very steep into at least early
Thursday morning, therefore have issued a hazardous seas warning.
Please see MWWMFR for details on all of the hazards.

Another strong front is expected to impact the waters Friday
afternoon through Friday night and could bring another round of gale
force winds and hazardous seas warning conditions.

An active pattern will continue next weekend, but there some
evidence winds and seas won't be as high. -Sven

&&

.MFR WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
OR...High Wind Warning from 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday for
        ORZ030-031.
     Winter Storm Warning until 10 PM PST this evening for
        ORZ027-028-030.
     Wind Advisory from 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday for
        ORZ029>031.
     Frost Advisory from 11 PM this evening to 9 AM PST Wednesday for
        ORZ021-022.
     Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday
        for ORZ024-025-027-028.
     High Wind Warning from 7 AM to 7 PM PST Wednesday for
        ORZ021-022.

CA...High Wind Warning from 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday for
        CAZ085.
     Winter Storm Warning until 10 PM PST this evening for
        CAZ082-083.
     Wind Advisory from 1 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday for
        CAZ085.
     Winter Storm Warning from 4 PM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday
        above 2000 feet in the for CAZ080.
     High Wind Warning from 10 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday for
        CAZ081.

Pacific Coastal Waters...Small Craft Advisory until 7 AM PST
        Wednesday for PZZ350-356-370-376.
     Gale Warning from 7 AM to 10 PM PST Wednesday for
        PZZ350-356-370-376.
     Hazardous Seas Warning from 10 PM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday
        for PZZ350-356-370-376.

15/18/04

In the hours before

Local storm report, Jan 14, 8:39 AM PST, 5 hours 21 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MEDFORD OR
839 AM PST TUE JAN 14 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0838 AM     HEAVY RAIN       1 SSE PISTOL RIVER      42.26N 124.39W
01/14/2020  M1.53 INCH       CURRY              OR   PUBLIC

            24 HOUR TOTAL.

&&

BPN
Local storm report, Jan 14, 8:44 AM PST, 5 hours 16 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MEDFORD OR
844 AM PST TUE JAN 14 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0800 AM     HEAVY SNOW       4 WSW KLAMATH FALLS     42.19N 121.84W
01/14/2020  M7.5 INCH        KLAMATH            OR   TRAINED SPOTTER

            24 HOUR AMOUNT ENDING AT 8 AM.

0800 AM     SNOW             ADIN                    41.21N 120.94W
01/14/2020  M1.0 INCH        MODOC              CA   TRAINED SPOTTER

            SNOW IS FROM LAST NIGHT ENDING AT 8 AM PST.
            SPOTTER MO14.

&&
Local storm report, Jan 14, 8:58 AM PST, 5 hours 2 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MEDFORD OR
858 AM PST TUE JAN 14 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0846 AM     SNOW             11 WSW STEAMBOAT        43.30N 122.94W
01/14/2020  M1.5 INCH        DOUGLAS            OR   TRAINED SPOTTER

            OVERNIGHT TOTAL.

&&
Local storm report, Jan 14, 9:23 AM PST, 4 hours 37 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MEDFORD OR
923 AM PST TUE JAN 14 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0900 AM     SNOW             6 E GOLD BEACH          42.42N 124.31W
01/14/2020  M1.0 INCH        CURRY              OR   TRAINED SPOTTER

            SINCE LAST NIGHT. STATION ELEVATION: 2593
            FT.

&&
Local storm report, Jan 14, 10:09 AM PST, 3 hours 51 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MEDFORD OR
1009 AM PST TUE JAN 14 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

0800 AM     SNOW             5 ENE MYRTLE CREEK      43.04N 123.19W
01/14/2020  M1.6 INCH        DOUGLAS            OR   PUBLIC

            24 HOUR TOTAL. TRACE OF SNOW.

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Local storm report, Jan 14, 11:50 AM PST, 2 hours 10 minutes before
PRELIMINARY LOCAL STORM REPORT
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE MEDFORD OR
1150 AM PST TUE JAN 14 2020

..TIME...   ...EVENT...      ...CITY LOCATION...     ...LAT.LON...
..DATE...   ....MAG....      ..COUNTY LOCATION..ST.. ...SOURCE....
            ..REMARKS..

1149 AM     SNOW             3 E MEDFORD             42.33N 122.79W
01/14/2020  E2.0 INCH        JACKSON            OR   PUBLIC

            TOTAL ACCUMULATION THROUGH THIS MORNING.

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jan 14, 2:10 AM PSTGale WarningMFR44 hr
Jan 14, 2:10 AM PSTHazardous Seas WarningMFR50 hr
Jan 14, 2:00 PM PSTFrost AdvisoryMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas17 hr
Jan 14, 2:00 PM PSTHigh Wind WarningMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas, Klamath, Lake47 hr
Jan 14, 2:00 PM PSTWinter Storm WarningMFRCurry, Josephine49 hr
Jan 14, 2:00 PM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath and 1 more53 hr
Jan 14, 2:31 PM PSTStorm WarningMFR25 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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.