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Wind Advisory 24, NWS Medford, OR

October 20, 2021Modoc County, Siskiyou County, California; Jackson County, Klamath County, Lake County, Oregon

NWS Medford, OR issued this wind advisory at Oct 20, 2021, 3:30 AM PDT for Modoc County, Siskiyou County, California; Jackson County, Klamath County, Lake County, Oregon. It took effect at Oct 21, 2021, 2:00 AM PDT. It was in force for 30 hr.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Oct 20, 2021, 3:30 AM PDT (10:30 UTC)
In effect from
Oct 21, 2021, 2:00 AM PDT
Expired
Oct 22, 2021, 8:00 AM PDT
In force
30 hr
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

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

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 93 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 10:35 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 00:00Z, 10.5 hours before the alert went out and 100 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 2021-10-20Temperature 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°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Medford/Jackson, OR at 00:00Z on 2021-10-20The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -36 square meters per square second.19395878Sfc1 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
2214 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
28 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-36 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
56 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

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759 
WWUS76 KMFR 201030
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
330 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

ORZ021-022-210000-
/O.CAN.KMFR.HW.W.0009.000000T0000Z-211020T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.A.0008.211021T0900Z-211022T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Port Orford and Gold Beach
330 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH THURSDAY
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IS CANCELLED...

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

* WHERE...Southern Oregon Coast from Cape Blanco southward to 
  Pistol River, including Port Orford and Gold Beach.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds could blow down trees and power lines.
  Power outages are possible. Travel could 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...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Dangerous driving conditions are possible, especially
if operating a high profile vehicle. Downed trees and power lines
are possible. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

ORZ026-210000-
/O.CAN.KMFR.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-211020T1200Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
330 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM PDT THURSDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY FOR THIS MORNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Areas of Jackson County including Ashland, Phoenix,
  Talent, South Medford, and surrounding foothills.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 PM PDT 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ081-210000-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0900Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-211020T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
330 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT THIS MORNING...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM THURSDAY TO 2 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including Interstate 5 near 
  Weed.

* WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 8 AM PDT this 
  morning. For the second Wind Advisory, from 2 AM Thursday to 2 
  AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-210000-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T1500Z-211022T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-211020T2100Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
330 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THURSDAY TO 8 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County including the Warner 
  Mountains. In Oregon, Extreme Eastern Klamath County and Lake 
  County including Highway 31 near Summer Lake.

* WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 2 PM PDT this 
  afternoon. For the second Wind Advisory, from 8 AM Thursday to 
  8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
8 follow-up statements
264 
WWUS76 KMFR 201458
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
758 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

CAZ081-210000-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-211020T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0900Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
758 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM THURSDAY TO 2 AM PDT
FRIDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

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

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including Interstate 5 near 
  Weed.

* WHEN...From 2 AM Thursday to 2 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-210000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-211020T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T1500Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
758 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THURSDAY TO 8 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County including the Warner 
  Mountains. In Oregon, Extreme Eastern Klamath County and Lake 
  County including Highway 31 near Summer Lake.

* WHEN...For the first Wind Advisory, until 2 PM PDT this 
  afternoon. For the second Wind Advisory, from 8 AM Thursday to 
  8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ026-210000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
758 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Areas of Jackson County including Ashland, Phoenix, 
  Talent, South Medford, and surrounding foothills.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 PM PDT 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-210000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.A.0008.211021T0900Z-211022T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Port Orford and Gold Beach
758 AM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
THURSDAY AFTERNOON...

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

* WHERE...Southern Oregon Coast from Cape Blanco southward to 
  Pistol River, including Port Orford and Gold Beach.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Thursday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds could blow down trees and power lines. 
  Power outages are possible. Travel could 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...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Dangerous driving conditions are possible, especially
if operating a high profile vehicle. Downed trees and power lines
are possible. Fasten loose objects or shelter objects in a safe
location prior to the onset of winds.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
446 
WWUS76 KMFR 202114
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
214 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-210515-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-211020T2100Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T1500Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
214 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THURSDAY TO 8 AM PDT
FRIDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County including the Warner 
  Mountains. In Oregon, Extreme Eastern Klamath County and Lake 
  County including Highway 31 near Summer Lake.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Thursday to 8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-210515-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0008.211021T0900Z-211022T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0010.211021T1500Z-211022T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
214 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 5 PM PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast
  between Gold Beach and Bandon. 

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 5 PM PDT 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/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.

&&

$$

ORZ026-210515-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
214 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Areas of Jackson County including Ashland, Phoenix, 
  Talent, South Medford, and surrounding foothills.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 PM PDT 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ081-210515-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0900Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
214 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM THURSDAY TO 2 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including Interstate 5 near 
  Weed.

* WHEN...From 2 AM Thursday to 2 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
369 
WWUS76 KMFR 210506
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1006 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

ORZ021-022-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0010.211021T1500Z-211022T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
1006 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM TO 5 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast 
  between Gold Beach and Bandon.

* WHEN...From 8 AM to 5 PM PDT 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/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.

&&

$$

ORZ026-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
1006 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM TO 11 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

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

* WHERE...Areas of Jackson County including Ashland, Phoenix, 
  Talent, South Medford, and surrounding foothills.

* WHEN...From 2 AM to 11 PM PDT 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ081-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T0900Z-211022T0900Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
1006 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 AM THURSDAY TO 2 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including Interstate 5 near 
  Weed.

* WHEN...From 2 AM Thursday to 2 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-212300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T1500Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
1006 PM PDT Wed Oct 20 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THURSDAY TO 8 AM PDT
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County including the Warner 
  Mountains. In Oregon, Extreme Eastern Klamath County and Lake 
  County including Highway 31 near Summer Lake.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Thursday to 8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
829 
WWUS76 KMFR 211016
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
316 AM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

ORZ021-022-220000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0010.211021T1500Z-211022T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
316 AM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO
5 PM PDT THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast 
  between Gold Beach and Bandon.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 5 PM PDT 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.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ026-220000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
316 AM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Areas of Jackson County including Ashland, Phoenix, 
  Talent, South Medford, and surrounding foothills.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-220000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0900Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
316 AM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including Interstate 5 near 
  Weed.

* WHEN...Until 2 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-220000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.211021T1500Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
316 AM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THIS MORNING TO 8 AM
PDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County including the Warner 
  Mountains. In Oregon, Extreme Eastern Klamath County and Lake 
  County including Highway 31 near Summer Lake.

* WHEN...From 8 AM this morning to 8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
285 
WWUS76 KMFR 212103
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
203 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

ORZ021-022-220000-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211022T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
203 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 60 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast 
  between Gold Beach and Bandon.

* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT 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.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ026-220600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
203 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Areas of Jackson County including Ashland, Phoenix, 
  Talent, South Medford, and surrounding foothills.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-220900-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0900Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
203 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including Interstate 5 near 
  Weed.

* WHEN...Until 2 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-221000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
203 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County including the Warner 
  Mountains. In Oregon, Extreme Eastern Klamath County and Lake 
  County including Highway 31 near Summer Lake.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

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810 
WWUS76 KMFR 220001
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
501 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

ORZ021-022-220115-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211022T0000Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Bandon, Port Orford, and Gold Beach
501 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 5 PM PDT THIS AFTERNOON...

The front has moved ashore and winds will begin to subside. Strong
gusts are still possible along exposed portions of the shore and
along the ridges of the coast range for the next few hours.

$$

ORZ026-220600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
501 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...South winds 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.

* WHERE...Jackson County.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-220900-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0900Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
501 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County.

* WHEN...Until 2 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-221500-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
501 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County. In Oregon, Northern and 
  Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County and Central and 
  Eastern Lake County.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
704 
WWUS76 KMFR 220554
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1054 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

ORZ026-220700-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0600Z/
Jackson County-
Including the cities of Medford and Ashland
1054 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

Winds will begin to ease over the next few hours, but a stray
strong gust is still possible during this time.

$$

CAZ081-220900-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T0900Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
1054 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County.

* WHEN...Until 2 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-221500-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
1054 PM PDT Thu Oct 21 2021

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County. In Oregon, Northern and 
  Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County and Central and 
  Eastern Lake County.

* WHEN...Until 8 AM PDT Friday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
234 
WWUS76 KMFR 221434
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
734 AM PDT Fri Oct 22 2021

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-221545-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0024.000000T0000Z-211022T1500Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
734 AM PDT Fri Oct 22 2021

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM PDT THIS MORNING...

Winds have diminished and no longer pose an immediate threat, 
therefore the Wind Advisory will be allowed to expire at 8 AM. 

$$

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The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Oct 19, 8:21 PM PDTGale WatchMFR19 hr
Oct 19, 8:21 PM PDTHazardous Seas WatchMFR13 hr
Oct 19, 8:21 PM PDTHazardous Seas WarningMFR36 hr
Oct 20, 3:30 AM PDTHigh Wind WatchMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas11 hr
Oct 20, 2:14 PM PDTHigh Wind WarningMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas27 hr
Oct 20, 3:05 PM PDTGale WarningMFR26 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.