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High Wind Warning 12, NWS Medford, OR

December 27, 2024Modoc County, California; Klamath County, Lake County, Oregon

NWS Medford, OR issued this high wind warning at Dec 27, 2024, 4:56 PM PST for Modoc County, California; Klamath County, Lake County, Oregon. It took effect at Dec 27, 2024, 7:00 PM PST. It was in force for 15 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Dec 27, 2024, 4:56 PM PST (00:56 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 27, 2024, 7:00 PM PST
Expired
Dec 28, 2024, 10:00 AM PST
In force
15 hr
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

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

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 151 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 01:00 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, 0.9 hours before the alert went out and 154 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 2024-12-28Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Medford/Jackson, OR at 00:00Z on 2024-12-28The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 228 square meters per square second.1939587897117136Sfc1 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
1173 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
76 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
228 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
695 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

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The text

As transmitted.

367 
WWUS76 KMFR 280056
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
456 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-280600-
/O.UPG.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.241228T0300Z-241228T2100Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0012.241228T0300Z-241228T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Valley Falls
456 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM PST THIS EVENING UNTIL 10 
AM PST SATURDAY...

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

* WHERE...Much of Highway 31 from Silver Lake to Valley Falls, 
  including Summer Lake and also the mountains across Lake County, 
  eastern Klamath County, and Modoc County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM PST this evening until 10 AM PST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ024-280600-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.241228T0056Z-241228T0600Z/
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
456 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mostly the higher terrain of Eastern Curry County and 
  Josephine County.

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

CAZ081-280600-
/O.EXT.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.241228T0300Z-241228T1600Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed
456 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM PST THIS EVENING UNTIL 8 AM 
PST SATURDAY...

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

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including the Shasta Valley south 
  of Montague. This includes I-5 from Grenada south to Weed.

* WHEN...From 7 PM PST this evening until 8 AM PST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

MAS
6 follow-up statements
153 
WWUS76 KMFR 280427
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
827 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-281230-
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-241228T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Valley Falls, Paisley, New Pine Creek,
and Adel
827 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY 
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 25 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 
  25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Much of Highway 31 from Silver Lake to Valley Falls, 
  including Summer Lake and also the mountains across Lake County, 
  eastern Klamath County, and Modoc County.

* WHEN...For the High Wind Warning, until 10 AM PST Saturday. For 
  the High Wind Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday morning.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorms, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-281230-
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-241228T1600Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed
827 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH SUNDAY 
MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 50 mph. For the High Wind Watch, south winds 25 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including the Shasta Valley from 
  near Montague southward. This includes I-5 from Grenada south to 
  Weed.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 AM PST Saturday. For the 
  High Wind Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday morning.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

ORZ024-280600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-241228T0600Z/
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
827 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...Mostly the higher terrain of Eastern Curry County and 
  Josephine County.

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-281230-
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Pistol River, Harbor, Gold Beach, Port
Orford, Nesika Beach, Bandon, and Ophir
827 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE 
SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible on 
  the beaches, except gusts up to 75 mph at the headlands.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast and South Central Oregon Coast, 
  including all beaches, capes and headlands from Reedsport to 
  Brookings, and exposed portions of Highway 101.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Saturday night.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MAS
729 
WWUS76 KMFR 280618
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1018 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

ORZ024-280730-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-241228T0600Z/
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
1018 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY HAS EXPIRED...

Winds can still gust to 40 mph for the next hour or so, but will 
weaken overnight.

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-281600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-241228T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Valley Falls, Paisley, New Pine Creek,
and Adel
1018 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH 
SUNDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 25 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph. For the High Wind Watch, southwest winds 
  25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Much of Highway 31 from Silver Lake to Valley Falls, 
  including Summer Lake and also the mountains across Lake County, 
  eastern Klamath County, and Modoc County.

* WHEN...From 7 PM PST this evening until 10 AM PST Saturday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorms, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-281600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-241228T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed
1018 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PST SATURDAY...
...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH 
SUNDAY MORNING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 50 mph. For the High Wind Watch, south winds 25 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph possible.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including the Shasta Valley from 
  near Montague southward. This includes I-5 from Grenada south to 
  Weed.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 AM PST Saturday. For the 
  High Wind Watch, from Saturday evening through Sunday morning.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-281600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Pistol River, Harbor, Gold Beach, Port
Orford, Nesika Beach, Bandon, and Ophir
1018 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

...HIGH WIND WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY EVENING THROUGH 
LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible on 
  the beaches, except gusts up to 75 mph at the headlands.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast and South Central Oregon Coast, 
  including all beaches, capes and headlands from Reedsport to 
  Brookings, and exposed portions of Highway 101.

* WHEN...From Saturday evening through late Saturday night.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

&&

$$

MAS
536 
WWUS76 KMFR 281119
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
319 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-281615-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-241228T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Bly, Likely, Lookout, Day, Crescent,
Adel, Adin, Fort Rock, Paisley, Valley Falls, Chemult, Davis
Creek, Canby, New Pine Creek, Sprague River, Lakeview, Beatty,
Gilchrist, and Alturas
319 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS 
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM PST 
SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 45 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, 
  southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph possible. For 
  the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 
  50 mph.

* WHERE...For the High wind Warning. Much of Highway 31 from Silver 
  Lake to Valley Falls, including Summer Lake and also the mountains 
  across Lake County, eastern Klamath County, and Modoc County. This 
  includes the cities of Lakeview, Valley Falls, Paisley. For the 
  wind advisory, highways 97, 140, 395, 299, and 199. This includes 
  Modoc County, most of Klamath County, and northeast Siskiyou 
  County.

* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 10 AM PST this 
  morning. For the second High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory, from 
  9 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorms, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-281615-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1500Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-241228T1600Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed
319 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 15 to 20 mph with gusts 
  up to 35 mph. For the High Wind Warning, south winds 30 to 40 mph 
  with gusts up to 60 mph expected.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 AM PST this morning. For the 
  High Wind Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-281615-
/O.UPG.KMFR.HW.A.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1300Z/
/O.NEW.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0600Z-241229T1300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Nesika Beach, Harbor, Bandon, Port
Orford, Pistol River, Ophir, and Gold Beach
319 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible on 
  the beaches, except gusts up to 75 mph at the headlands.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast and South Central Oregon Coast, 
  including all beaches, capes and headlands from Reedsport to 
  Brookings, and exposed portions of Highway 101.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 5 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-281615-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Dorris, Klamath Falls, Midland, Altamont,
Tulelake, Newell, Macdoel, and Olene
319 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM PST 
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. This includes highways 97 ans 139. In Oregon, Klamath 
  Basin, this includes Klamath Falls, Keno, Bly Beatty, highways 97, 
  and 140.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Petrucelli
509 
WWUS76 KMFR 281124
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
324 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-281600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-241228T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Bly, Likely, Lookout, Day, Crescent,
Adel, Adin, Fort Rock, Paisley, Valley Falls, Chemult, Davis
Creek, Canby, New Pine Creek, Sprague River, Lakeview, Beatty,
Gilchrist, and Alturas
324 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS 
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 
AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM 
PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 45 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph. For the second High Wind Warning, 
  southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Wind 
  Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning. Much of Highway 31 from Silver 
  Lake to Valley Falls, including Summer Lake and also the mountains 
  across Lake County, eastern Klamath County, and Modoc County. This 
  includes the cities of Lakeview, Valley Falls, Paisley. For the 
  wind advisory, highways 97, 140, 395, 299, and 199. This includes 
  the cities of Alturas, For Rock, and Canby.

* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 10 AM PST this 
  morning. For the second High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory, from 
  9 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-281600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1500Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-241228T1600Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed
324 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PST THIS MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 
AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, south winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts 
  up to 50 mph. For the High Wind Warning, south winds 35 to 45 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including the Shasta Valley from 
  near Montague southward. This includes I-5 from Grenada south to 
  Weed.

* WHEN...For the Wind Advisory, until 8 AM PST this morning. For the 
  High Wind Warning, from 7 PM this evening to 7 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-281600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0600Z-241229T1300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Nesika Beach, Harbor, Bandon, Port
Orford, Pistol River, Ophir, and Gold Beach
324 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 
AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible on 
  the beaches, except gusts up to 75 mph at the headlands.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast and South Central Oregon Coast, 
  including all beaches, capes and headlands from Reedsport to 
  Brookings, and exposed portions of Highway 101.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 5 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-281600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Dorris, Klamath Falls, Midland, Altamont,
Tulelake, Newell, Macdoel, and Olene
324 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM 
PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. This includes highways 97 ans 139. In Oregon, Klamath 
  Basin, this includes Klamath Falls, Keno, Bly Beatty, highways 97, 
  and 140.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

Petrucelli
885 
WWUS76 KMFR 281537
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
737 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

CAZ081-282345-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WI.Y.0040.000000T0000Z-241228T1600Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed
737 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 
AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 35 to 45 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including the Shasta Valley from 
  near Montague southward. This includes I-5 from Grenada south to 
  Weed.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-282345-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-241228T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Gilchrist, Lakeview, Canby, Day, Valley
Falls, Fort Rock, Crescent, Alturas, Adel, New Pine Creek,
Beatty, Bly, Sprague River, Likely, Chemult, Paisley, Davis
Creek, Lookout, and Adin
737 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS 
MORNING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 
AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM 
PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...For the current High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 45 
  mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the next High Wind Warning, 
  southwest winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Wind 
  Advisory, southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning. Much of Highway 31 from Silver 
  Lake to Valley Falls, including Summer Lake and also the mountains 
  across Lake County, eastern Klamath County, and Modoc County. This 
  includes the cities of Lakeview, Valley Falls, Paisley. For the 
  wind advisory, highways 97, 140, 395, 299, and 199. This includes 
  the cities of Alturas, For Rock, and Canby.

* WHEN...For the first High Wind Warning, until 10 AM PST this 
  morning. For the second High Wind Warning and Wind Advisory, from 
  9 PM this evening 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-282345-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0600Z-241229T1300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Pistol River, Nesika Beach, Port Orford,
Gold Beach, Harbor, Bandon, and Ophir
737 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 
AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible on 
  the beaches, except gusts up to 75 mph at the headlands.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast and South Central Oregon Coast, 
  including all beaches, capes and headlands from Reedsport to 
  Brookings, and exposed portions of Highway 101.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 5 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-282345-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Tulelake, Olene, Altamont, Newell,
Midland, Klamath Falls, Dorris, and Macdoel
737 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM 
PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. This includes highways 97 ans 139. In Oregon, Klamath 
  Basin, this includes Klamath Falls, Keno, Bly Beatty, highways 97, 
  and 140.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

BR-y
711 
WWUS76 KMFR 281741
NPWMFR

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
941 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

CAZ085-ORZ030-031-290600-
/O.EXP.KMFR.HW.W.0012.000000T0000Z-241228T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Modoc County-Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake
County-Central and Eastern Lake County-
Including the cities of Gilchrist, Lakeview, Canby, Day, Valley
Falls, Fort Rock, Crescent, Alturas, Adel, New Pine Creek,
Beatty, Bly, Sprague River, Likely, Chemult, Paisley, Davis
Creek, Lookout, and Adin
941 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 
AM PST SUNDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM 
PST SUNDAY...
...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, southwest winds 35 to 45 mph 
  with gusts up to 65 mph. For the Wind Advisory, southwest winds 25 
  to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph.

* WHERE...For the High Wind Warning. Much of Highway 31 from Silver 
  Lake to Valley Falls, including Summer Lake and also the mountains 
  across Lake County, eastern Klamath County, and Modoc County. This 
  includes the cities of Lakeview, Valley Falls, Paisley. For the 
  wind advisory, highways 97, 140, 395, 299, and 199. This includes 
  the cities of Alturas, For Rock, and Canby.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ081-290600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0300Z-241229T1500Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Weed
941 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

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

* WHAT...For the High Wind Warning, south winds 35 to 45 mph with 
  gusts up to 65 mph.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County including the Shasta Valley from 
  near Montague southward. This includes I-5 from Grenada south to 
  Weed.

* WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 7 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

ORZ021-022-290600-
/O.CON.KMFR.HW.W.0013.241229T0600Z-241229T1300Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
Including the cities of Pistol River, Nesika Beach, Port Orford,
Gold Beach, Harbor, Bandon, and Ophir
941 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 5 
AM PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts to 60 mph possible on 
  the beaches, except gusts up to 75 mph at the headlands.

* WHERE...Curry County Coast and South Central Oregon Coast, 
  including all beaches, capes and headlands from Reedsport to 
  Brookings, and exposed portions of Highway 101.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 5 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.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and 
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution 
if you must drive.

&&

$$

CAZ084-ORZ029-290600-
/O.CON.KMFR.WI.Y.0041.241229T0500Z-241229T1800Z/
Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties-Klamath Basin-
Including the cities of Tulelake, Olene, Altamont, Newell,
Midland, Klamath Falls, Dorris, and Macdoel
941 AM PST Sat Dec 28 2024

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM 
PST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc 
  Counties. This includes highways 97 ans 139. In Oregon, Klamath 
  Basin, this includes Klamath Falls, Keno, Bly Beatty, highways 97, 
  and 140.

* WHEN...From 9 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Sunday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high 
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

BR-y

What forecasters said that day

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

NWS Medford, OR wrote its last area forecast discussion before this high wind warning went out at Dec 27, 3:56 PM PST, 1 hour earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Dec 27, 3:56 PM PST, 1 hour before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Medford OR
356 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

.Updated AVIATION Discussion...

&&

.AVIATION...28/00Z TAFS...The next front in the parade of storms
is pushing into the region this evening. Mainly VFR conditions
currently prevail, but will gradually lower this evening and
overnight to a mix of low end VFR/MVFR conditions along with the
development of widespread terrain obscurations. Gusty winds will
return to the area, with low level wind shear expected for most
areas through around 06z/27th. A break in the precipitation is
expected late tonight through around sunrise Saturday, but lower
level cloud cover will persist and should limit the extent of fog
development with MVFR conditions persisting through the morning
hours. /BR-y

&&

.PREV DISCUSSION... /Issued 241 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024/

Overview:

While snowfall is expected through the short term, we are not
expecting many impacts to where people actually live given the snow
levels. That said, its worth noting snow ratios are low, but liquid
equivalent amounts are forecast to be high, so we could see snow
load become an issue (heavy wet snow on trees/infrastructure) over
the next 48 to 72 hours. This would be mainly for areas in and
around Crater Lake and some of the higher elevations across the
Cascades (above 5500ft). Perhaps the more widespread impact through
the short term is going to be moderate to heavy rainfall that could
lead to potential flooding over the next 48 to 72 hours. The peak
for rainfall amounts through this stretch would be Saturday
afternoon into Sunday morning. Overall, we are expecting this to
cause rises along rivers into next week. Please see the latest flood
warnings and watches for more details.

Further Details:

Our next system is making its way into the PacNW today with rain
showers pushing onshore as of writing this (~2pm). Expecting shower
activity to increase west to east through the day with moderate to
heavy rainfall expected along and near the coast late this afternoon
through the overnight period into Sunday morning. While a break in
activity will be possible late Saturday morning/early afternoon, we
will see activity increase once again as a broader cyclone develops
in the Gulf of Alaska. This will be fueled with stronger dynamics,
higher PWATs, and better overall forcing. For example, isentropic
analysis shows strong uplift Saturday afternoon through Sunday
morning with warm air advection, especially on the 295K and 300K
surfaces where this additional forcing will lead to heavy rainfall
across Curry and Coos counties. Jet dynamics are also very strong
which will lead to further efficiency of rainfall. We essentially
have a lot of variables that are lining up to make efficient rain
producers. Dry air does move in late Sunday morning so we should see
coverage decrease in the afternoon; however, instability does
increase so we could have isolated thunderstorm activity over the
waters and near coastal areas through the afternoon hours and early
evening.

Rainfall amounts will be highest across Curry County through this
period of moderate to heavy rain. Areas in the county could see
rainfall totals (48-72 hours) around 5.0 to 7.0 inches, so there
will likely be nuisance flooding issues on roadways, but
rivers/creeks/tributaries will be especially susceptible to
potential flooding given our prolonged period of rainfall and
saturated soils. Coos County will see amounts closer to 3 to 5
inches when its all said and done. Given the high snow levels/warm
air, we could see snow melt contributing to river rises as well.
This is of course very hard to forecast, so we will likely be making
adjustments once we see exactly how this plays out with river gauges
and coordination through the River Forecast Center.

Snow load issues could arise and create impacts due to downed trees
from the weight of the snow. The snow to liquid ratio is relatively
low through this event given the warm air, but the atmosphere will
be very saturated with high PWATs, so the snow is going to be rather
high in moisture which means it will be heavy. That said, these
areas are mostly uninhabited at these elevations, but something to
be aware of due to potential infrastructure issues.

LONG TERM...The heavy rain along with snow melt will bring a
concern for flooding for small streams and rivers. As of this
afternoon the forecast calls for the Coquille River at Coquille to
rise from its current Minor Flood Stage to Moderate Flood Stage
Sunday night into Monday. The Rogue River at Agness is forecast to
reach Minor Flood Stage Sunday morning and crest at ~20 feet
Sunday afternoon. Please see FFAMFR for more information on the
Flood Potential Outlook.

The introduction of ridging to the PNW Monday will bring calmer
conditions through the day Monday into Tuesday. This will also means
the return of lighter winds. The threat of fog will need to be
evaluated those mornings as forecast soundings are favoring
inversions to set up in the Umpqua Basin and Rogue Valley.
Temperatures will return to near normal for this time of year by
early next week.

It will be the coldest start of the work week Tuesday morning
with lows in the upper 20s and low 30s across west side valleys
and teens east of the Cascades. On average, these temperatures
will only be a few degrees below normal. Afternoon temperatures
will also be a few degrees below normal Tuesday with mostly 30s
and 40s.

After the quieter start to the week the next system will come just
in time for the New Year as it begins on New Year's Eve. However,
lighter rainfall amounts are favored with light winds as well.
Lighter rainfall and snow is expected through the rest of the
work week with continued mild temperatures.

AVIATION...27/18Z TAFS...VFR conditions have returned with the end
of the widespread rainfall for inland locations. The coast remains
at MVFR/IFR conditions that will lift through the day. Gusty winds
continues east of the Cascades but have mostly eased west of the
Cascades. Another disturbance will bring more showers this afternoon
and into Saturday morning. Snow levels of 5000 feet or above will
limit snow showers to over area peaks.

Wind shear will also be a factor through the TAF period. Currently,
guidance expected low level wind shear over and east of the
Cascades. These westerly winds are at 40 to 50 kts at 2000 feet.
Wind shear will ease through the morning before returning to the
Oregon coast this evening and building to the east. -TAD/Hermansen

MARINE...Updated 130 PM PST Friday December 27, 2024...Very high,
very steep, and at times, chaotic mixed seas will persist in the
marine waters through the weekend. Additional strong fronts will
pass through the area, bringing rounds of strong gale force south
winds. The next in the series is expected late tonight into Saturday
morning, then another late Saturday night into Sunday morning.
During this time, very steep and hazardous seas of 15 to 20 ft are
expected due to heavy long period swells. Seas will be augmented by
short period wind waves of 10 to 15 feet before and during frontal
passages.

Conditions look to gradually improve later Sunday as the onslaught
of storm systems slows down. Seas will remain high and steep into
early next week with a break in the weather expected through late
Tuesday. Active weather returns for the latter half of the week, and
while strong winds and building seas are expected, conditions don't
look to be as hazardous as we have been experiencing. /BR-y

BEACH HAZARDS...Updated 130 PM PST Friday December 27, 2024...
Heavy, long period swell dominated seas will continue to produce
dangerous surf conditions through the weekend. Surf conditions will
be occasionally worsened by high winds and seas as fronts pass each
day through Sunday. Large breaking waves 25 to 30 feet are expected
through the weekend.

During these events, extremely large breaking waves will create very
hazardous conditions along beaches and area shorelines. Waves will
inundate beaches and surge into normally dry areas, especially at
times of high tide. Infrastructure damage and significant beach
erosion can be expected. Stay away from area beaches during this
period of active weather. /BR-y

&&

.MFR WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
OR...Flood Watch from Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon for
     ORZ021>026.

     Wind Advisory from 7 PM this evening to 1 PM PST Saturday for
     ORZ024-030-031.

     High Surf Warning until 7 AM PST Sunday for ORZ021-022.

CA...Flood Watch from Saturday morning through Sunday afternoon for
     CAZ080>083.

     Wind Advisory from 7 PM this evening to 1 PM PST Saturday for
     CAZ081-085.

PACIFIC COASTAL WATERS...Gale Warning until 7 AM PST Sunday for
     PZZ350-356-370-376.

&&

MNF/JWG/ANH

In the hours before

Local storm report, Dec 27, 3:50 PM PST, 1 hour 6 minutes before
Preliminary Local Storm Report
National Weather Service Medford OR
350 PM PST Fri Dec 27 2024

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

0350 PM     Rain             2 WSW Obrien            42.06N 123.73W
12/27/2024  M1.30 Inch       Josephine          OR   Trained Spotter

            24 hours ending 3 pm PST.

&&

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Dec 27, 8:27 PM PSTHigh Wind WatchMFRModoc, Siskiyou7 hr
Dec 28, 3:19 AM PSTHigh Wind WarningMFRModoc, Siskiyou31 hr
Dec 28, 3:19 AM PSTWind AdvisoryMFRModoc, Siskiyou31 hr
Dec 27, 7:03 PM PSTRiver Flood WatchMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas35 hr
Dec 28, 2:22 AM PSTSmall Craft AdvisoryMFR62 hr
Dec 28, 12:53 PM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMFRDouglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath30 hr
Dec 28, 1:08 PM PSTHigh Surf AdvisoryMFRCoos, Curry, Douglas18 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.