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High Wind Warning 14, NWS Medford, OR

December 10, 2021Modoc County, California; 5 counties in Oregon

NWS Medford, OR issued this high wind warning at Dec 10, 2021, 3:56 AM PST for Modoc County, California; 5 counties in Oregon. It took effect at Dec 11, 2021, 4:00 AM PST. It was in force for 30 hr. 7 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 10, 2021, 3:56 AM PST (11:56 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 11, 2021, 4:00 AM PST
Expired
Dec 12, 2021, 10:00 AM PST
In force
30 hr
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

Counties Modoc County, CA, Coos County, OR, Curry County, OR, Douglas County, OR, Klamath County, OR, Lake County, OR

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 71 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 11:58 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 12, 5:01 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 2.5Ssw Gold Beach, OR24 HOUR TOTAL ENDING AT 5 AM PST.
Dec 12, 7:17 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 101 W Crescent, OR10.0 INCHES OF NEW SNOW BETWEEN 11/0730 PST AND 12/0700 PST. TEMPERATURE WAS 31 DEGREES, THE SPOTTER DIDNT THINK THE TEMPERATURE DROPPED BELOW 30 DEGREES DURING THIS STRETCH.
Dec 12, 7:47 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 1.353 Ne Bandon, OR24 HOUR TOTAL ENDING AT 0700 PST.
Dec 12, 7:54 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 2.636 E Gold Beach, OR24 HOUR TOTAL ENDING AT 0700 PST.
Dec 12, 9:38 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 2.94Gold Beach, OR24 HOUR TOTAL ENDING AT 0800 PST.
Dec 12, 10:00 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 2.392 Nw Brookings, ORSTORM TOTAL RAINFALL.
Dec 12, 10:00 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 94 S Diamond Lake, ORSTORM TOTAL SNOW THUS FAR. ODOT.

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 00:00Z, 11.9 hours before the alert went out and 48 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 00:00Z on 2021-12-10Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Medford/Jackson, OR at 00:00Z on 2021-12-10The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 104 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 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
1086 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
55 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
104 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
264 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

967 
WWUS76 KMFR 101156
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
356 AM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

ORZ021-022-110000-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0012.211211T1200Z-211212T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
356 AM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55-65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast
  including the Gold Beach, Port Orford, Cape Blanco, and Bandon
  areas as well as along the coastal headlands. Portions of
  Highway 101 near Pistol River, Gold Beach, Port Orford, and
  Bandon could be affected.

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

* 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...Damaging winds could blow down trees onto
  power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles due to the
  combined effects of strong, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall, at
  times. This could also result in some mud and rockfall in an
  near slide areas.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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-ORZ030-031-110000-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0012.211211T1200Z-211212T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the city of Adel
356 AM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM PST
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, mainly the Warner Mountains in Modoc
  County. In Oregon, Northern and Eastern Klamath County and
  Western Lake County and Central and Eastern Lake County.
  Portions of Highways 31 from Paisley to Summer Lake, portions of
  Highway 395 in the Valley Falls area, and portions of Highway
  140 near Lakeview could be affected. 

* WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM PST Sunday.

* 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...The watch covers areas where winds could
  gust 58 mph or greater. A wider area of the counties mentioned
  could experience advisory level winds with gusts in the 45 to 
  55 mph range. 

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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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8 follow-up statements
119 
WWUS76 KMFR 102255
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
255 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

CAZ085-ORZ031-111800-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
255 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM PST
SUNDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO
10 AM PST SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, primarily higher elevation
  areas of the Warner Mountains and the Winter Rim area. For the
  Wind Advisory, portions of Highway 299 at Cedar Pass, portions
  of Highway 140 between Lakeview and the Nevada state line,
  Highway 395 from Valley Falls to Alkali Lake, and portions of
  Highway 31 from Valley Falls to Summer Lake. 

* WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...These winds could damage trees and power lines. Travel
  will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind gusts around 60 mph are possible on
  Highway 395 between Valley Falls and Alkali Lake.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

ORZ030-111800-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
255 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO
10 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Higher terrain of Northern and Eastern Klamath County 
  and Western Lake County.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...These winds could damage trees and power lines. 
  Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-111800-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
255 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55-65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast
  including the Gold Beach, Port Orford, Cape Blanco, and Bandon
  areas as well as along the coastal headlands. Portions of
  Highway 101 near Pistol River, Gold Beach, Port Orford, and
  Bandon could be affected.

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

* 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...Damaging winds could blow down trees onto
  power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles due to the
  combined effects of strong, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall, at
  times. This could also result in some mud and rockfall in an
  near slide areas.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

CAZ084-111800-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-
255 PM PST Fri Dec 10 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM PST
SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...Portions of the Modoc Plateau including Highway 139
  between Newell and Tionesta in Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest
  Modoc Counties.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$
BTL
Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
142 
WWUS76 KMFR 111152
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
352 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

ORZ030-111300-
/O.CAN.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
352 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IS NOW INCLUDED IN THE WINTER STORM WARNING...

The High Wind Warning is now included in the winter storm 
warning.

$$

CAZ084-111300-
/O.CAN.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-
352 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IS NOW INCLUDED IN THE WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY...

The Wind Advisory is now included in the Winter Weather Advisory.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ031-120000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.211211T1200Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
352 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, primarily higher elevation 
  areas of the Warner Mountains and the Winter Rim area. For the 
  Wind Advisory, portions of Highway 299 at Cedar Pass, portions 
  of Highway 140 between Lakeview and the Nevada state line, 
  Highway 395 from Valley Falls to Alkali Lake, and portions of 
  Highway 31 from Valley Falls to Summer Lake.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Saturday to 10 AM PST Sunday.

* 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...Wind gusts around 60 mph are possible on
  Highway 395 between Valley Falls and Alkali Lake.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-120000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.211211T1200Z-211212T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
352 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55-65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast 
  including the Gold Beach, Port Orford, Cape Blanco, and Bandon 
  areas as well as along the coastal headlands. Portions of 
  Highway 101 near Pistol River, Gold Beach, Port Orford, and 
  Bandon could be affected.

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

* 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...Damaging winds could blow down trees onto
  power lines. Power outages are possible. Travel could be
  difficult, especially for high profile vehicles due to the
  combined effects of strong, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall, at
  times. This could also result in some mud and rockfall in an
  near slide areas.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
427 
WWUS76 KMFR 111634
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
834 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

CAZ085-ORZ031-120045-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
834 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, primarily higher elevation 
  areas of the Warner Mountains and the Winter Rim area. For the 
  Wind Advisory, portions of Highway 299 at Cedar Pass, portions 
  of Highway 140 between Lakeview and the Nevada state line, 
  Highway 395 from Valley Falls to Alkali Lake, and portions of 
  Highway 31 from Valley Falls to Summer Lake.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

* 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...Wind gusts around 60 mph are possible on
  Highway 395 between Valley Falls and Alkali Lake.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-120000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
834 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55-65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast 
  including the Gold Beach, Port Orford, Cape Blanco, and Bandon 
  areas as well as along the coastal headlands. Portions of 
  Highway 101 near Pistol River, Gold Beach, Port Orford, and 
  Bandon could be affected.

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

* 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...Travel could be especially difficult, due 
  to the combined effects of strong, gusty winds, and heavy 
  rainfall, at times. This could also result in some mud and 
  rockfall in and near slide areas.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-120045-
/O.EXB.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.211211T1800Z-211212T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
834 AM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in Central Siskiyou County, including
  the communities of Weed, Gazelle and Grenada. This also 
  includes portions of Interstate 5 from Weed to Grenada.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Sunday.

* 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/map/?wfo=mfr

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
970 
WWUS76 KMFR 112351
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
351 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

ORZ021-022-120300-
/O.EXT.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T0300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
351 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55-65 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast 
  including the Gold Beach, Port Orford, Cape Blanco, and Bandon 
  areas as well as along the coastal headlands. Portions of 
  Highway 101 near Pistol River, Gold Beach, Port Orford, and 
  Bandon could be affected.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be especially difficult, due to the
  combined effects of strong, gusty winds, and heavy rainfall, at
  times. This could also result in some mud and rockfall in and
  near slide areas.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
dead trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ031-120800-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
351 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, primarily higher elevation 
  areas of the Warner Mountains and the Winter Rim area. For the 
  Wind Advisory, portions of Highway 299 at Cedar Pass, portions 
  of Highway 140 between Lakeview and the Nevada state line, 
  Highway 395 from Valley Falls to Alkali Lake, and portions of 
  Highway 31 from Valley Falls to Summer Lake.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wind gusts around 60 mph are possible on
  Highway 395 between Valley Falls and Alkali Lake.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around
dead trees and branches. Use caution if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-120800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
351 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in Central Siskiyou County, 
  including the communities of Weed, Gazelle and Grenada. This 
  also includes portions of Interstate 5 from Weed to Grenada.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Sunday.

* 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/map/?wfo=mfr

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
140 
WWUS76 KMFR 120306
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
706 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

ORZ021-022-120415-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T0300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
706 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING HAS EXPIRED...

Wind gusts up to 50 mph are still possible near Gold Beach and the
Curry County Coast.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ031-121115-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
706 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SUNDAY...

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

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, primarily higher elevation 
  areas of the Warner Mountains and the Winter Rim area. For the 
  Wind Advisory, portions of Highway 299 at Cedar Pass, portions 
  of Highway 140 between Lakeview and the Nevada state line, 
  Highway 395 from Valley Falls to Alkali Lake, and portions of 
  Highway 31 from Valley Falls to Summer Lake.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-121115-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
706 PM PST Sat Dec 11 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in Central Siskiyou County, 
  including the communities of Weed, Gazelle and Grenada. This 
  also includes portions of Interstate 5 from Weed to Grenada.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Sunday.

* 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

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670 
WWUS76 KMFR 121052
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
252 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

CAZ085-ORZ031-121500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
252 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

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

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

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, primarily higher elevation 
  areas of the Warner Mountains and the Winter Rim area. For the 
  Wind Advisory, portions of Highway 299 at Cedar Pass, portions 
  of Highway 140 between Lakeview and the Nevada state line, 
  Highway 395 from Valley Falls to Alkali Lake, and portions of 
  Highway 31 from Valley Falls to Summer Lake.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-121500-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
252 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley in Central Siskiyou County, 
  including the communities of Weed, Gazelle and Grenada. This 
  also includes portions of Interstate 5 from Weed to Grenada.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Sunday.

* 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

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340 
WWUS76 KMFR 121451
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
651 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

CAZ081-121600-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
651 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM PST THIS MORNING...

Gusty winds will continue near Weed this morning, but they are
expected to remain below advisory criteria.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ031-121800-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
651 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

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

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

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, primarily higher elevation 
  areas of the Warner Mountains and the Winter Rim area. For the 
  Wind Advisory, portions of Highway 299 at Cedar Pass, portions 
  of Highway 140 between Lakeview and the Nevada state line, 
  Highway 395 from Valley Falls to Alkali Lake, and portions of 
  Highway 31 from Valley Falls to Summer Lake.

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

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

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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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098 
WWUS76 KMFR 121733
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
933 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

CAZ085-ORZ031-121845-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0014.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0032.000000T0000Z-211212T1800Z/
Modoc County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
933 AM PST Sun Dec 12 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

Gusty winds will continue into tonight, but are expected to remain
below advisory and warning level criteria.

$$

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 10, 2:55 PM PSTWind AdvisoryMFRModoc, Siskiyou43 hr
Dec 10, 3:52 PM PSTWinter Storm WarningMFRModoc, Siskiyou4 days
Dec 10, 3:52 PM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMFRModoc, Siskiyou4 days
Dec 10, 2:15 PM PSTHazardous Seas WarningMFR3 days
Dec 10, 3:41 PM PSTHigh Surf AdvisoryMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas47 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.