Radar images released on Tuesday evening showed an unusual flood of smoke that hit the US in August.
The image, which spans much of Oregon, parts of Idaho, northern California and Washington state, shows a huge band of smoke moving northeastward and drifting south from Canada. share According to the Boise account of the National Weather Service. There is no specific key giving exact data on the density of the smoke, but it seems pretty self-explanatory.
Along with the smoke, the graph also shows the wildfires burning at the time of writing, of which there appear to be countless.
See the latest smoke forecast: Recent lightning activity has increased the number of fires across the Pacific Northwest. #idwx #orwx pic.twitter.com/fyJ5ydd6tM
— NWS Boise (@NWSBoise) August 6, 2024
At least 21 states were battling wildfires as of Wednesday morning, including 14 in Idaho, eight in Washington and 29 in Oregon. according to To the National Joint Fire Center: More than 1 million acres have burned in Oregon so far this year, with five new wildfires starting in recent days and only one currently contained.
Our firefighters work hard across the Pacific Northwest to keep you safe. The best way to thank them is to help prevent the next wildfire by heeding campfire restrictions. Find firefighters here: https://t.co/7dJa7wcpyh
📷 Falls Fire by Oregon State Fire Department pic.twitter.com/bkeBKWViOs
— BLM Oregon & Washington (@BLMOregon) August 2, 2024
Residents of Seattle, Washington, are being told to prepare for a “smoky weekend” as smoke from the Pacific Northwest flows into the region. according to To Seattle Medium. (Related: Wild video shows Hurricane Debbie making landfall, but the worst is yet to come)
I would like to thank the 24 members here. translation: Firefighters were deployed across Oregon recently to help with this historic fire season. The wildfires have affected every corner of the state. Losses of property and natural areas, worsening conditions… pic.twitter.com/E7vFIAyebk
— Commissioner Rene Gonzalez (@CommissionerRG) August 3, 2024
☀️ We hope you're enjoying great air quality across Southeast Idaho this morning after yesterday's thunderstorms. But that's about to change as large wildfires to the west are expected to cause increased wildfire smoke tonight through Wednesday. #idwx pic.twitter.com/yDQeltI4IO
— NWS Pocatello (@NWSPocatello) August 6, 2024
good #SundayMorningOur thoughts are with the crews helping fight wildfires across the West. #TMFR The company has more than 30 personnel in Nevada, Idaho, Utah and Oregon. #LymePointFire Courtesy of FF/PM Roberts, Idaho. #WildfireSeason2024 pic.twitter.com/NEFTJ3Zh67
— Truckee Meadows Fire Rescue Department (@TMFPD) August 4, 2024
Weather patterns continue to change in the region, making predictions difficult. Judging by current patterns, Seattle residents will enjoy vibrant sunrises and sunsets, but any changes could mean most of the smoke will have dissipated by the weekend. Wind speeds, the height of the smoke plume, and overall volume of smoke will determine long-term outcomes, so be sure to check your local weather forecast and air quality index before leaving home.
