Fire Season & Dry Lightning Threat This Weekend (July 11-13)
Key Questions
Did dry thunderstorms occur over the weekend?
Monsoon-driven dry thunderstorms were possible late Sunday into Monday but did not materialize. As a result, there were no new lightning ignitions reported.
Which wildfires are currently burning?
Multiple wildfires remain active, including the Shore Fire, Ledson Fire, and Hardin Fire. No new fires were started by lightning this period.
What weather and safety advice applies for the week ahead?
Mild temperatures are expected midweek after muggy conditions from Tropical Storm Elida remnants. Hikers should avoid exposed ridges and monitor air quality due to ongoing fires.
Monsoon-driven dry thunderstorms were possible late Sunday into Monday but did not materialize. No new ignitions from lightning. Multiple wildfires still burning: Shore Fire, Ledson Fire, Hardin Fire. Mild temps expected midweek. Hikers should still avoid exposed ridges and monitor air quality.