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High Wind Warning 2, NWS Spokane, WA

July 13, 2025Douglas County, Okanogan County, Washington

NWS Spokane, WA issued this high wind warning at Jul 13, 2025, 2:55 PM PDT for Douglas County, Okanogan County, Washington. It took effect at Jul 14, 2025, 1:00 PM PDT. It was in force for 10 hr. 4 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
Jul 13, 2025, 2:55 PM PDT (21:55 UTC)
In effect from
Jul 14, 2025, 1:00 PM PDT
Expired
Jul 14, 2025, 11:00 PM PDT
In force
10 hr
Issued by
NWS Spokane, WA

Counties Douglas County, WA, Okanogan County, WA

The radar

The Spokane radar (KOTX), 164 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 21:58 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Jul 14, 2:41 PM PDTNON-TSTM WND GST 683 Wnw Oroville, WAMesonet station OVLW1 Oroville.
Jul 14, 2:50 PM PDTNON-TSTM WND DMG2 Ne Omak, WASeveral trees blown down in and around Omak.
Jul 14, 3:06 PM PDTNON-TSTM WND GST 583 S Riverside, WAASOS station KOMK Omak.
Jul 14, 5:24 PM PDTNON-TSTM WND GST 663 S Riverside, WAASOS station KOMK Omak. Corrected for a stronger gust that occurred after the initial push of north winds.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Salem/Mcnary, OR (KSLE), launched 12:00Z, 9.9 hours before the alert went out and 438 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, Salem/Mcnary, OR at 12:00Z on 2025-07-13Temperature 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, Salem/Mcnary, OR at 12:00Z on 2025-07-13The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -39 square meters per square second.1939Sfc1 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
1561 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
6 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-39 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
-26 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
0.0

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

116 
WWUS76 KOTX 132155
NPWOTX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

WAZ043-140600-
/O.UPG.KOTX.HW.A.0002.250714T2200Z-250715T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.HW.W.0002.250714T2000Z-250715T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250714T0300Z/
Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Tonasket, Brewster, Oroville, Nespelem,
Bridgeport, Omak, Okanogan, and Disautel Pass
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...HIGH WIND WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 11 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, high temperatures 98-105 today. For 
  the High Wind Warning, north winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 
  60 mph.

* WHERE...Tonasket, Brewster, Oroville, Nespelem, Bridgeport, Omak, 
  Okanogan, and Disautel Pass.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the 
  High Wind Warning, from 1 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread power outages are possible on Monday. 
  Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Travel could 
  be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Hot 
  temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High winds on Monday will be from the north 
  funneling down the Okanogan Valley. The potential for damaging 
  winds will come with the initial surge late in the afternoon. 
  Winds may also pick up blowing dust reducing visibility for a 
  brief period.

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.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

&&

$$

WAZ044-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250714T2300Z-250715T0600Z/
/O.EXT.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250714T0300Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the cities of Badger Mountain Road, Mansfield, and
Waterville
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 11 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, hot temperatures in the mid 90s. For 
  the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 
  55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Badger Mountain Road, Mansfield, and Waterville.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the 
  Wind Advisory, from 4 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

&&

$$

IDZ002-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-
Including the cities of Worley, Post Falls, Hayden, and Coeur
d'Alene
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures in the mid to upper 
  90s. For the Wind Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with 
  gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Worley, Post Falls, Hayden, and Coeur d'Alene.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT Monday. For the Wind 
  Advisory, from 6 PM Monday to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose 
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning 
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and 
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in 
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat 
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an 
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250714T2300Z-250715T0600Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Chewelah, Metaline, Flowery Trail Road,
Sherman Pass, Colville, Orin-Rice Road, Republic, Kettle Falls,
Chesaw Road, Metaline Falls, Northport, Newport, Deer Park,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder
Creek Road, Fruitland, Tiger, Wauconda, Inchelium, and Ione
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 11 PM PDT MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Chewelah, Metaline, Flowery Trail Road, Sherman Pass, 
  Colville, Orin-Rice Road, Republic, Kettle Falls, Chesaw Road, 
  Metaline Falls, Northport, Newport, Deer Park, Springdale-Hunters 
  Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, Fruitland, 
  Tiger, Wauconda, Inchelium, and Ione.

* WHEN...From 4 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

IDZ001-140600-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the cities of Eastport, Athol, Clark Fork, Sandpoint,
Schweitzer Mountain Road, Bonners Ferry, and Priest River
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Eastport, Athol, Clark Fork, Sandpoint, Schweitzer 
  Mountain Road, Bonners Ferry, and Priest River.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WAZ041-140300-
/O.EXT.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250714T0300Z/
Wenatchee Area-
Including the cities of Number 2 Canyon, Wenatchee, Number
1 Canyon, Pangborn Airport, Chelan, Cashmere, and Entiat
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Hot temperatures in the mid 90s to near 102 degrees.

* WHERE...Number 2 Canyon, Wenatchee, Number 1 Canyon, Pangborn 
  Airport, Chelan, Cashmere, and Entiat.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

&&

$$

IDZ026-WAZ032-034>036-140600-
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Lewiston Area-Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties-Moses Lake Area-
Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Othello, Rockford, Pomeroy, Fairfield,
Odessa, Alpowa Summit, Lewiston, Creston, Quincy, Lapwai,
Lewiston Grade, Davenport, Peck, Wilbur, Moses Lake, Ritzville,
Cheney, Grand Coulee, Clarkston, Airway Heights, Downtown
Spokane, Spokane Valley, Ephrata, Gifford, Culdesac, Coulee City,
and Harrington
255 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...High temperatures mainly in the 90s except near 102F 
  Lewiston area Sunday.  Limited overnight relief with low 
  temperatures 65 to 75.

* WHERE...Othello, Rockford, Pomeroy, Fairfield, Odessa, Alpowa 
  Summit, Lewiston, Creston, Quincy, Lapwai, Lewiston Grade, 
  Davenport, Peck, Wilbur, Moses Lake, Ritzville, Cheney, Grand 
  Coulee, Clarkston, Airway Heights, Downtown Spokane, Spokane 
  Valley, Ephrata, Gifford, Culdesac, Coulee City, and Harrington.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose 
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning 
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and 
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in 
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat 
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an 
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

JW
4 follow-up statements
570 
WWUS76 KOTX 140558
NPWOTX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
1058 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

WAZ043-142000-
/O.CON.KOTX.HW.W.0002.250714T2000Z-250715T0600Z/
Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Brewster, Tonasket, Omak,
Nespelem, Okanogan, Oroville, and Disautel Pass
1058 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 11 PM PDT 
MONDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Bridgeport, Brewster, Tonasket, Omak, Nespelem, Okanogan, 
  Oroville, and Disautel Pass.

* WHEN...From 1 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High winds on Monday will be from the north 
  funneling down the Okanogan Valley. The potential for damaging 
  winds will come with the initial surge late in the afternoon. 
  Winds may also pick up blowing dust reducing visibility for a 
  brief period.

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.

&&

$$

IDZ002-142000-
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-
Including the cities of Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Worley, and
Hayden
1058 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM PDT 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures in the lower 90s. For 
  the Wind Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 
  50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Worley, and Hayden.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT Monday. For the Wind 
  Advisory, from 6 PM Monday to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree 
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Hot 
  temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose 
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning 
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and 
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in 
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat 
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an 
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ026-WAZ032-034>036-142000-
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Lewiston Area-Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties-Moses Lake Area-
Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Rockford, Quincy, Othello, Lewiston,
Coulee City, Wilbur, Cheney, Moses Lake, Harrington, Ephrata,
Downtown Spokane, Spokane Valley, Peck, Grand Coulee, Fairfield,
Gifford, Lapwai, Pomeroy, Culdesac, Davenport, Odessa, Ritzville,
Clarkston, Alpowa Summit, Lewiston Grade, Creston, and Airway
Heights
1058 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...High temperatures mainly in the 90s except near 100F in the 
  Lewiston area

* WHERE...Rockford, Quincy, Othello, Lewiston, Coulee City, Wilbur, 
  Cheney, Moses Lake, Harrington, Ephrata, Downtown Spokane, Spokane 
  Valley, Peck, Grand Coulee, Fairfield, Gifford, Lapwai, Pomeroy, 
  Culdesac, Davenport, Odessa, Ritzville, Clarkston, Alpowa Summit, 
  Lewiston Grade, Creston, and Airway Heights.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose 
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning 
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and 
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in 
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat 
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an 
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-142000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250714T2300Z-250715T0600Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Ione, Inchelium, Wauconda, Tiger, Highway
20 Wauconda Summit, Flowery Trail Road, Metaline Falls,
Northport, Newport, Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw Road,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Fruitland, Sherman Pass, Kettle Falls,
Deer Park, Republic, Chewelah, Metaline, Colville, and Orin-Rice
Road
1058 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 11 PM PDT MONDAY...

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

* WHERE...Ione, Inchelium, Wauconda, Tiger, Highway 20 Wauconda 
  Summit, Flowery Trail Road, Metaline Falls, Northport, Newport, 
  Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw Road, Springdale-Hunters Road, 
  Fruitland, Sherman Pass, Kettle Falls, Deer Park, Republic, 
  Chewelah, Metaline, Colville, and Orin-Rice Road.

* WHEN...From 4 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WAZ044-142000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250714T2300Z-250715T0600Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the cities of Badger Mountain Road, Waterville, and
Mansfield
1058 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TO 11 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Badger Mountain Road, Waterville, and Mansfield.

* WHEN...From 4 PM to 11 PM PDT Monday.

* 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.

&&

$$

IDZ001-142000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the cities of Clark Fork, Bonners Ferry, Eastport,
Athol, Priest River, Sandpoint, and Schweitzer Mountain Road
1058 PM PDT Sun Jul 13 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM MONDAY TO 11 AM PDT 
TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Clark Fork, Bonners Ferry, Eastport, Athol, Priest River, 
  Sandpoint, and Schweitzer Mountain Road.

* WHEN...From 6 PM Monday to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

SB
897 
WWUS76 KOTX 141205
NPWOTX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
505 AM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

WAZ043-150315-
/O.CON.KOTX.HW.W.0002.250714T2000Z-250715T0600Z/
Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Brewster, Tonasket, Okanogan, Disautel
Pass, Oroville, Nespelem, Omak, and Bridgeport
505 AM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 
11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Brewster, Tonasket, Okanogan, Disautel Pass, Oroville, 
  Nespelem, Omak, and Bridgeport.

* WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT this evening.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High winds on Monday will be from the north 
  funneling down the Okanogan Valley. The potential for damaging 
  winds will come with the initial surge late in the afternoon. 
  Winds may also pick up blowing dust reducing visibility for a 
  brief period.

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.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-150315-
/O.EXT.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250714T2300Z-250715T1800Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Inchelium,
Wauconda, Sherman Pass, Ione, Chewelah, Kettle Falls, Fruitland,
Orin-Rice Road, Springdale-Hunters Road, Colville, Flowery Trail
Road, Tiger, Metaline, Newport, Boulder Creek Road, Deer Park,
Metaline Falls, Chesaw Road, Northport, and Republic
505 AM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 AM PDT 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Inchelium, Wauconda, Sherman 
  Pass, Ione, Chewelah, Kettle Falls, Fruitland, Orin-Rice Road, 
  Springdale-Hunters Road, Colville, Flowery Trail Road, Tiger, 
  Metaline, Newport, Boulder Creek Road, Deer Park, Metaline Falls, 
  Chesaw Road, Northport, and Republic.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest wind gusts up to near 50 mph are 
  expected this evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

IDZ002-150315-
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-
Including the cities of Post Falls, Hayden, Worley, and Coeur
d'Alene
505 AM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM 
PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, temperatures in the lower 90s. For 
  the Wind Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 
  50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Post Falls, Hayden, Worley, and Coeur d'Alene.

* WHEN...For the Heat Advisory, until 8 PM PDT this evening. For the 
  Wind Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose 
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning 
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and 
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in 
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat 
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an 
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ026-WAZ032-034>036-150300-
/O.CON.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Lewiston Area-Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties-Moses Lake Area-
Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Fairfield, Ephrata, Creston, Peck,
Odessa, Culdesac, Wilbur, Gifford, Moses Lake, Rockford, Alpowa
Summit, Lapwai, Lewiston, Airway Heights, Spokane Valley,
Pomeroy, Ritzville, Downtown Spokane, Harrington, Coulee City,
Davenport, Clarkston, Grand Coulee, Lewiston Grade, Othello,
Cheney, and Quincy
505 AM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...High temperatures mainly in the 90s except near 100F in the 
  Lewiston area

* WHERE...Fairfield, Ephrata, Creston, Peck, Odessa, Culdesac, 
  Wilbur, Gifford, Moses Lake, Rockford, Alpowa Summit, Lapwai, 
  Lewiston, Airway Heights, Spokane Valley, Pomeroy, Ritzville, 
  Downtown Spokane, Harrington, Coulee City, Davenport, Clarkston, 
  Grand Coulee, Lewiston Grade, Othello, Cheney, and Quincy.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM PDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of 
the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose 
fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning 
or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and 
heat stroke.

To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and 
Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in 
shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat 
should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an 
emergency! Call 9 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ044-150315-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250714T2300Z-250715T0600Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the cities of Badger Mountain Road, Waterville, and
Mansfield
505 AM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 11 PM 
PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Wind Advisory, northwest winds 30 to 40 mph with 
  gusts up to 55 mph expected.

* WHERE...Badger Mountain Road, Waterville, and Mansfield.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 11 PM PDT 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.

&&

$$

IDZ001-150315-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.250715T0100Z-250715T1800Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the cities of Clark Fork, Athol, Eastport, Sandpoint,
Schweitzer Mountain Road, Priest River, and Bonners Ferry
505 AM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 11 AM 
PDT TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Clark Fork, Athol, Eastport, Sandpoint, Schweitzer 
  Mountain Road, Priest River, and Bonners Ferry.

* WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

SVH
945 
WWUS76 KOTX 150247
NPWOTX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
747 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

IDZ002-151100-
/O.EXP.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250715T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-
Including the cities of Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, and
Worley
747 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...
...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...For the Heat Advisory, the threat has ended. Temperatures 
  have begun cooling and will continue to cool through the night. 
  For the Wind Advisory, northeast winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up 
  to 50 mph expected overnight and into Tuesday morning.

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Post Falls, and Worley.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

IDZ026-WAZ032-034>036-150400-
/O.EXP.KOTX.HT.Y.0004.000000T0000Z-250715T0300Z/
Lewiston Area-Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties-Moses Lake Area-
Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Culdesac, Spokane Valley, Ritzville,
Airway Heights, Rockford, Creston, Downtown Spokane, Grand
Coulee, Lewiston, Cheney, Quincy, Wilbur, Coulee City, Pomeroy,
Fairfield, Lewiston Grade, Harrington, Clarkston, Alpowa Summit,
Lapwai, Gifford, Peck, Moses Lake, Odessa, Davenport, Ephrata,
and Othello
747 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...HEAT ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 8 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

The threat has ended. Temperatures have begun cooling and will 
continue to cool through the night.

$$

WAZ043-150600-
/O.CON.KOTX.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250715T0600Z/
Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Okanogan, Omak, Brewster, Tonasket,
Disautel Pass, Bridgeport, Nespelem, and Oroville
747 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...North winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph.

* WHERE...Okanogan, Omak, Brewster, Tonasket, Disautel Pass, 
  Bridgeport, Nespelem, and Oroville.

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

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High winds will continue funneling down the 
  Okanogan Valley from the north.

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.

&&

$$

IDZ001-151100-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250715T1800Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the cities of Sandpoint, Athol, Eastport, Schweitzer
Mountain Road, Priest River, Bonners Ferry, and Clark Fork
747 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Sandpoint, Athol, Eastport, Schweitzer Mountain Road, 
  Priest River, Bonners Ferry, and Clark Fork.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-151100-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250715T1800Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Sherman Pass, Republic, Northport, Ione,
Boulder Creek Road, Metaline Falls, Tiger, Metaline, Highway
20 Wauconda Summit, Newport, Flowery Trail Road,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Kettle Falls, Orin-Rice Road, Wauconda,
Fruitland, Inchelium, Colville, Chesaw Road, Chewelah, and Deer
Park
747 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Sherman Pass, Republic, Northport, Ione, Boulder Creek 
  Road, Metaline Falls, Tiger, Metaline, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, 
  Newport, Flowery Trail Road, Springdale-Hunters Road, Kettle 
  Falls, Orin-Rice Road, Wauconda, Fruitland, Inchelium, Colville, 
  Chesaw Road, Chewelah, and Deer Park.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strongest wind gusts up to 50 mph are 
  expected this evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

&&

$$

WAZ044-150600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250715T0600Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the cities of Mansfield, Waterville, and Badger
Mountain Road
747 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

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

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

* WHERE...Mansfield, Waterville, and Badger Mountain Road.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT 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.

&&

$$

Fewkes
381 
WWUS76 KOTX 150539
NPWOTX

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
1039 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

WAZ043-150645-
/O.EXP.KOTX.HW.W.0002.000000T0000Z-250715T0600Z/
Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Okanogan, Omak, Brewster, Tonasket,
Disautel Pass, Bridgeport, Nespelem, and Oroville
1039 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...HIGH WIND WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

The strongest winds have passed. Winds will remain breezy with gusts 
up to 35 mph through the night.

$$

WAZ044-150645-
/O.EXP.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250715T0600Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the cities of Mansfield, Waterville, and Badger
Mountain Road
1039 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

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

The strongest winds have passed. Winds will remain breezy with gusts 
up to 30 mph through the night.

$$

IDZ001-002-151800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250715T1800Z/
Northern Panhandle-Coeur d'Alene Area-
Including the cities of Sandpoint, Athol, Eastport, Schweitzer
Mountain Road, Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Priest River, Post Falls,
Worley, Bonners Ferry, and Clark Fork
1039 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

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

* WHERE...Sandpoint, Athol, Eastport, Schweitzer Mountain Road, 
  Coeur d'Alene, Hayden, Priest River, Post Falls, Worley, Bonners 
  Ferry, and Clark Fork.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-151800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WI.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-250715T1800Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Sherman Pass, Republic, Northport, Ione,
Boulder Creek Road, Metaline Falls, Tiger, Metaline, Highway
20 Wauconda Summit, Newport, Flowery Trail Road,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Kettle Falls, Orin-Rice Road, Wauconda,
Fruitland, Inchelium, Colville, Chesaw Road, Chewelah, and Deer
Park
1039 PM PDT Mon Jul 14 2025

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...North winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 40 to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...Sherman Pass, Republic, Northport, Ione, Boulder Creek 
  Road, Metaline Falls, Tiger, Metaline, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, 
  Newport, Flowery Trail Road, Springdale-Hunters Road, Kettle 
  Falls, Orin-Rice Road, Wauconda, Fruitland, Inchelium, Colville, 
  Chesaw Road, Chewelah, and Deer Park.

* WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Tuesday.

* 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.

&&

$$

Fewkes

The office that day

Everything else NWS Spokane, WA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Jul 13, 3:38 AM PDTHigh Wind WatchOTXDouglas, Okanogan11 hr
Jul 13, 2:40 PM PDTRed Flag WarningOTXAdams, Asotin, Chelan, Columbia, Douglas, Ferry and 7 more32 hr
Jul 13, 2:55 PM PDTWind AdvisoryOTXDouglas, Ferry, Grant, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane and 1 more44 hr

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The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.