SPOKANE – The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Othello and the Columbia Basin starting at 2 p.m. Wednesday afternoon. It is expected to expire at 9 p.m.
Forecasters expect winds gusting up to 30 mph in the region. Combined with high temperatures and relative humidity in the 11 to 19 percent range, conditions are right for fires.
Local firefighters have battled a number of small roadside fires lately as extremely dry summer weather continues.
Adams County Fire District 5 urges caution when celebrating with fireworks.
