Red Flag Warning: 8/26/25: Severe Red Flag Warning Amidst Clear Skies in Mt. Shasta

by Weather Write | Aug 26, 2025 | Weather | 0 comments

Red Flag Warning

…RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM TO 9 PM PDT TUESDAY FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING ON DRY FUELS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 280, 281, 282, 284, 285, 617, 620, 621, 622, 623, 624, AND 625…

* IMPACTS…Abundant lightning on dry fuels resulting in the potential for numerous new fire starts.

* AFFECTED AREA…In California, all of Fire weather zones 280, 281, 282, 284, and 285, and in Oregon, all of Fire weather zones 617, 620, 621, 622, 623, 624, and 625.

* THUNDERSTORMS…Scattered thunderstorms with abundant lightning expected. Storms are likely to be wet, but lightning strikes outside of precipitation cores are possible, and may cause many new fire starts. Isolated overnight and early morning storms are possible east of the Cascades, but confidence is low.

* OUTFLOW WINDS…Gusts of 35 to 50 mph could travel outward up to 25 miles from thunderstorm cores.

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

From 2025-08-26T20:00:00+00:00 · until 2025-08-27T04:00:00+00:00 · Source: NWS Medford OR

Severe Red Flag Warning in effect from 1 PM to 9 PM PDT today for abundant lightning on dry fuels in Mt. Shasta, CA and surrounding fire weather zones. This condition poses a high risk of new fire starts.

Currently, at 10:12 AM in Mt. Shasta, CA, the temperature stands at a chilly 30.9°F with clear skies. The wind is blowing at 17.5 mph, and there has been no precipitation recorded this morning.

Throughout the day, temperatures are expected to reach a high of 38.7°F. Winds could gust up to 22.1 mph, enhancing the chilly feel. Despite today’s clear skies this morning, there is a 43% chance of precipitation later, with an expected total of 0.28 inches contributing to moderate snowfall.

Tonight, the cold persists with temperatures dropping to a low of 25.3°F. Wind conditions will remain robust, similar to daytime, and the chance of moderate snowfall continues at 43%.

Residents and visitors in the area should remain vigilant due to the severe weather conditions and potential for new fire starts. Take necessary precautions to prepare for the cold and possible snowfall, ensuring a safe and warm environment indoors.

Today’s Details

High
39°F
Low
25°F
Wind
22 mph
Humidity
62%
UV Index
7.4 (High)
Precip
43% chance · 0.28 in
Now
31°F · feels 18°F
Sunrise
6:29am
Sunset
7:51pm

7-Day Forecast

Day High Low Conditions
Tuesday 39°F 25°F Snow fall: moderate
Wednesday 34°F 26°F Overcast
Thursday 48°F 22°F Clear sky
Friday 47°F 24°F Overcast
Saturday 47°F 21°F Overcast
Sunday 48°F 21°F Overcast
Monday 49°F 23°F Overcast

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