A cold front moving into Central Washington this afternoon and evening will bring breezy conditions to areas like the Waterville Plateau and Western Columbia Basin. Winds are expected to pick up throughout Tuesday afternoon, with gusts reaching speeds of up to 28 mph in places such as Wilbur. Fire dangers are heightened due to dry conditions in the region.
According to the National Weather Service, travelers along key routes should prepare for choppy lakes and the risk of blowing dust, especially near Wilbur and Douglas. Winds are expected to continue into Wednesday, with gusts calming by the evening. Motorists are advised to slow down in high-wind areas and stay alert to road conditions as visibility may be reduced by blowing dust.
The weather pattern will stabilize on Wednesday with sunny skies and cooler temperatures expected to reach around 68°F. However, the fire threat will remain through Thursday as dry weather continues.
