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High Wind Warning 2, NWS Medford, OR

January 6, 20224 counties in Oregon

NWS Medford, OR issued this high wind warning at Jan 6, 2022, 3:37 AM PST for 4 counties in Oregon. It took effect at Jan 6, 2022, 7:00 PM PST. It was in force for 24 hr. 3 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
Jan 6, 2022, 3:37 AM PST (11:37 UTC)
In effect from
Jan 6, 2022, 7:00 PM PST
Expired
Jan 7, 2022, 7:00 PM PST
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

Counties Coos County, OR, Curry County, OR, Douglas County, OR, Lake County, OR

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 97 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 11:41 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
Jan 7, 5:00 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 1.05Gold Beach, OR24 HOUR TOTAL.
Jan 7, 8:00 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 1Brookings, OR24 HOUR REPORT.
Jan 7, 8:00 AM PSTHEAVY RAIN 1.586 E Gold Beach, OR24 HOUR RAIN REPORT.

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, 11.6 hours before the alert went out and 64 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 2022-01-06Temperature 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 2022-01-06The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 160 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
785 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
42 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
160 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
278 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

864 
WWUS76 KMFR 061137
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
337 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

ORZ021-022-070000-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0001.220107T0300Z-220107T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0002.220107T0300Z-220107T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Reedsport, Bandon, Harbor, and Gold Beach
337 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

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

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 6 mph 
  expected.

* WHERE...Portions of the southern Oregon coast and coastal
  headlands. This includes the communities of Gold Beach,
  Brookings, Cape Blanco, Ophir, and Reedsport. Portions of US
  Highway 101 will also be affected.

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

* 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/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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-082-070000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0002.220107T0600Z-220107T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-South Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
337 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

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

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

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley from Weed to Montague including 
  portions of I-5.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Thursday to 7 AM PST 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-ORZ030-031-070000-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.220107T1800Z-220108T0300Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
337 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM PST
FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County along the Warner Mountain
  Range. In Oregon, mostly the high terrain of Northeast Klamath 
  County and Lake County, but does include a portion of highway 31
  between Summer Lake and Paisley and 395 northeast of Valley 
  Falls.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 7 PM PST Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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
6 follow-up statements
626 
WWUS76 KMFR 061827
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1027 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

CAZ082-061930-
/O.CAN.KMFR.WI.Y.0002.220107T0600Z-220107T1500Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
1027 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

$$

ORZ021-022-071500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.220107T0300Z-220107T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Reedsport, Bandon, Harbor, and Gold Beach
1027 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

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

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

* WHERE...Portions of the southern Oregon coast and coastal 
  headlands. This includes the communities of Gold Beach, 
  Brookings, Cape Blanco, Ophir, and Reedsport. Portions of US 
  Highway 101 will also be affected.

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

* 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/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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-071500-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0002.220107T0600Z-220107T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
1027 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

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

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

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley from Weed to Montague including 
  portions of I-5.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Thursday to 7 AM PST 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-ORZ030-031-071500-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.220107T1800Z-220108T0300Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
Central and Eastern Lake County-
1027 AM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 7 PM PST
   FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County along the Warner Mountain 
  Range. In Oregon, mostly the high terrain of Northeast Klamath 
  County and Lake County, but does include a portion of highway 
  31 between Summer Lake and Paisley and 395 northeast of Valley 
  Falls.

* WHEN...From 10 AM to 7 PM PST Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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
075 
WWUS76 KMFR 062225
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
225 PM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

ORZ031-071200-
/O.EXB.KMFR.HW.W.0002.220107T0900Z-220108T0300Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.220107T0900Z-220108T0300Z/
Central and Eastern Lake County-
225 PM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 7 PM PST FRIDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 7 PM PST FRIDAY...

* 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 45 mph expected.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, highway 31 between Paisley
  and Summer Lake in addition to the Warner Mountains east of
  Lakeview. For the Wind Advisory, other locations across Lake
  County including highways 395 and 140.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 7 PM PST Friday.

* 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-071200-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.220107T0300Z-220107T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Reedsport, Bandon, Harbor, and Gold Beach
225 PM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

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

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

* WHERE...Portions of the southern Oregon coast and coastal 
  headlands. This includes the communities of Gold Beach, 
  Brookings, Cape Blanco, Ophir, and Reedsport. Portions of US 
  Highway 101 will also be affected.

* WHEN...From 7 PM to 7 AM PST Friday.

* 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-071200-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.220107T0900Z-220108T0300Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
225 PM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 7 PM PST FRIDAY...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County along the Warner Mountain
  Range. In Oregon, mostly the high terrain of Northeast Klamath
  County and Winter Rim in Western Lake County.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 7 PM PST Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-071200-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0002.220107T0600Z-220107T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
225 PM PST Thu Jan 6 2022

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

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

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley from Weed to Montague including 
  portions of I-5.

* WHEN...From 10 PM to 7 AM PST 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
021 
WWUS76 KMFR 071258
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
458 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

ORZ031-072100-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Central and Eastern Lake County-
458 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

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

* 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 45 mph expected.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, highway 31 between Paisley 
  and Summer Lake in addition to the Warner Mountains east of 
  Lakeview. For the Wind Advisory, other locations across Lake 
  County including highways 395 and 140.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST Friday.

* 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-071500-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220107T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Reedsport, Bandon, Harbor, and Gold Beach
458 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

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

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

* WHERE...Portions of the southern Oregon coast and coastal 
  headlands. This includes the communities of Gold Beach, 
  Brookings, Cape Blanco, Ophir, and Reedsport. Portions of US 
  Highway 101 will also be affected.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Friday.

* 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/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-072100-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
458 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County along the Warner Mountain 
  Range. In Oregon, mostly the high terrain of Northeast Klamath 
  County and Winter Rim in Western Lake County.

* WHEN...Until 7 PM PST Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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.

&&

$$

CAZ081-071500-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220107T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
458 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

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

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

* WHERE...The Shasta Valley from Weed to Montague including 
  portions of I-5.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST 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
224 
WWUS76 KMFR 071451
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
651 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

ORZ021-022-071600-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220107T1500Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Reedsport, Bandon, Harbor, and Gold Beach
651 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

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

Winds have diminished, and while remaining breezy, no longer pose
an immediate hazard. 

$$

CAZ081-071600-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-220107T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
651 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

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

Winds have diminished, and while remaining breezy, no longer pose
an immediate hazard. 

$$

ORZ031-072300-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Central and Eastern Lake County-
651 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

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

* 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 45 mph expected.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, highway 31 between Paisley 
  and Summer Lake in addition to the Warner Mountains east of 
  Lakeview. For the Wind Advisory, other locations across Lake 
  County including highways 395 and 140.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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-ORZ030-072300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
651 AM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County along the Warner Mountain 
  Range. In Oregon, mostly the high terrain of Northeast Klamath 
  County and Winter Rim in Western Lake County.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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
499 
WWUS76 KMFR 072220
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
220 PM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

ORZ031-080300-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Central and Eastern Lake County-
220 PM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

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

* 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 45 mph expected.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning, highway 31 between Paisley 
  and Summer Lake in addition to the Warner Mountains east of 
  Lakeview. For the Wind Advisory, other locations across Lake 
  County including highways 395 and 140.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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-ORZ030-080300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
220 PM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

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

* WHERE...In California, Modoc County along the Warner Mountain 
  Range. In Oregon, mostly the high terrain of Northeast Klamath 
  County and Winter Rim in Western Lake County.

* WHEN...Until 7 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts of 0.5 to 1 inch along 
  highway locations combined with the winds could lead to 
  difficult driving conditions from blowing snow creating 
  visibility reductions.

* 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
155 
WWUS76 KMFR 080234
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
634 PM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

ORZ031-080345-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Central and Eastern Lake County-
634 PM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Although breezy winds may continue for a while longer, they have
dropped below advisory levels. Therefore, the advisory will be
allowed to expire.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-080345-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0003.000000T0000Z-220108T0300Z/
Modoc County-
Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County-
634 PM PST Fri Jan 7 2022

...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Although breezy winds may continue for a while longer, they have
dropped below advisory levels. Therefore, the advisory will be
allowed to expire.

$$

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Jan 5, 8:38 PM PSTWind AdvisoryMFRKlamath, Lake46 hr

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Sources

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