Moderate

The combination of low relative humidity in the 20 to 25 percent<br /> range, ongoing drought conditions, and gusty winds will continue<br /> to dry out fuels. This will continue to result in an increased<br /> risk for the rapid spread of wildfires. Any dry grass, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily<br /> ignite and spread fire quickly. Residents and visitors are urged<br /> to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other<br /> flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise<br />

At 256 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near<br /> Hillsdale, moving east at 25 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 50 mph and half inch hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around<br /> unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is<br /> possible. Locations impacted include...<br /> Hillsdale, Cambria, Pittsford, Ransom, Waldron, Prattville,<br /> Shadyside, Betzer, Osseo, and Frontier.<br /> If outdoors, consider seeking shelter inside a building.

At 233 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near<br /> Reading, or near Hillsdale, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around<br /> unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is<br /> possible. Locations impacted include...<br /> Hillsdale, Reading, Long Lake, Cambria, Pittsford, Ransom, Waldron,<br /> Bear Lake, Allen, Prattville, Lake Wilson, Frontier, Shadyside,<br /> Betzer, and Osseo.<br />

At 236 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near<br /> Schoolcraft, or near Three Rivers, moving east at 35 mph. HAZARD...Wind gusts up to 40 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around<br /> unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is<br /> possible. Locations impacted include...<br /> Three Rivers, Centreville, Colon, Nottawa, Flowerfield, Leonidas,<br /> Mendon, Moore Park, Fishers Lake, Fairfax, Howardsville, Wasepi, and<br /> Findley.<br />

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE...Arco/Mud Lake Desert. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially for<br /> high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around.<br /> Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high<br /> profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * WHERE...Shoshone/Lava Beds, Lower Snake River Plain, and Upper<br /> Snake River Plain. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT tonight. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds could make driving difficult, especially for<br /> high profile vehicles. Unsecured objects may be blown around.<br /> Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high<br /> profile vehicles. Use extra caution. Secure outdoor objects.

* WHAT...Snow ABOVE 6500 FEET ELEVATION. Total snow accumulations<br /> between 5 and 9 inches at those levels. Winds gusting as high as<br /> 45 mph. * WHERE...Big Hole Mountains, Centennial Mountains - Island Park,<br /> Bear River Range, and Caribou Range. * WHEN...Until midnight MDT Thursday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions<br /> could impact the Wednesday evening and Thursday morning commutes.<br /> Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.<br />

* WHAT...Snow ABOVE 6500 FEET ELEVATION. Additional snow<br /> accumulations up to 6 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Big Lost Highlands/Copper Basin, Frank Church Wilderness,<br /> Lost River Range, Sawtooth/Stanley Basin, and Sun Valley Region. * WHEN...Until 6 AM MDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous<br /> conditions could impact the Wednesday evening commute. Gusty winds<br /> could bring down tree branches.<br /> Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 5 1 1 or visit<br />

At 239 PM EDT, Doppler radar was tracking a strong thunderstorm near<br /> North Webster, or 9 miles northwest of Tri-lakes, moving east at 30<br /> mph. HAZARD...Winds in excess of 30 mph and pea size hail. SOURCE...Radar indicated. IMPACT...Gusty winds could knock down tree limbs and blow around<br /> unsecured objects. Minor hail damage to vegetation is<br /> possible. Locations impacted include...<br /> Churubusco, North Webster, Etna, Green Center, Merriam, Wilmot, Blue<br />

The combination of dry fine fuels, gusty northwesterly winds up to<br /> 25 mph and minimum relative humidity values between 25 and 35<br /> percent will contribute to an elevated risk for fire spread on<br /> Thursday for portions of the Upper Hudson Valley, including<br /> Washington, Warren and Saratoga Counties. The lowest relative<br /> humidity values and strongest winds will likely occur in the mid<br /> afternoon hours. As a reminder, the annual statewide burn ban is in effect until<br />