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Dangerous wildfire risk, poor air quality across Northwest
August 3, 2026, 5:30 pm EDT
Hot, dry and windy conditions continue to fuel extreme wildfire risk across parts of the West, as firefighters continue to battle multiple fires, including the Old Trails Fire. Poor air quality alerts are in place as fires continue to burn, uncontained. Windy conditions will allow for fires to spread rapidly. Winds could gust up to 40 mph, which will make it difficult for firefighters. Watch for the latest on the wildfire threat.
No relief in sight for smoke in Northwest
August 3, 2026, 5:20 pm EDT
No relief in sight for smoke in Northwest
Wildfires are causing air quality concerns in the Northwest
August 3, 2026, 5:16 pm EDT
Numerous wildfires in the Pacific Northwest, including the Spokane fire, are causing hazardous air quality conditions across the region with no relief in sight. While the heaviest smoke has been largely sedentary, it is expected to spread this week as temperatures remain hot ahead of a cooler weekend.
Extreme wildfire risk continues for parts of the West
August 2, 2026, 2:32 pm EDT
Hot, dry and windy conditions will fuel extreme wildfire risk across parts of the West, as firefighters continue to battle the Old Trails Fire. Windy conditions this afternoon will allow for fires to spread rapidly. Winds could top 30 mph, which will make it difficult for firefighters. Watch for the latest on the wildfire threat.
Sizzling, record heat continues for West
August 2, 2026, 2:31 pm EDT
Dangerous heat continues to bake the West, with widespread highs topping the triple digits from Arizona to the Dakotas. Places like Phoenix and Las Vegas could even hit 115 again today. We could see more than a dozen high temperature records fall across the West on Sunday. Limit your time outdoors and check on those around you. Here's the latest forecast.
Wildfires bring smoke across the Pacific Northwest, Plains
August 1, 2026, 9:08 am EDT
Dry, hot and windy conditions are fueling wildfire growth and expansion across the western half of the country. Fire potential is at extreme levels across parts of Washington and Oregon, with critical conditions extending into Idaho and Nevada. Smoke is expected to spread over 1,000 miles, reaching as far as Oklahoma City. If you are in or near an impacted area, know when to seek shelter and be prepared to evacuate.
Record heat expected for Southwest, Rockies
August 1, 2026, 9:00 am EDT
Dangerous heat is sizzling the West and records are falling across the region. Widespread high temperatures in the triple digits are expected, with some places topping 115 degrees for multiple days in a row. Southern California, the Desert Southwest and the Rockies are all under heat risk — with Los Angeles, Phoenix, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City and Denver all on alert. If you work outdoors, stay hydrated, take precautions and limit your time outside. Here's the latest.
Triple-digit heat continues for Southwest, Rockies
July 31, 2026, 8:15 am EDT
Dangerous heat will continue to build across parts of the Southwest and Rockies as we head into the weekend. Widespread high temperatures in the triple digits are expected with some places even topping 115 degrees for multiple days in a row. Phoenix, Las Vegas, Albuquerque, Salt Lake City and Denver should all be on alert. Limit your time outdoors and check on those around you. Here's the latest.
Triple digits for Southwest, Rockies
July 30, 2026, 5:33 pm EDT
Triple digits for Southwest, Rockies
Record heat bakes the Southwest and Rockies
July 30, 2026, 5:33 pm EDT
Record-breaking heat is baking the Southwest and will soon hit the Rockies. Triple-digit high temperatures are possible for multiple days in a row. Cities like Las Vegas, Phoenix, Billings and Denver need to be aware. Meteorologist Rob Shackelford breaks it all down.

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