The National Weather Service says scattered thunderstorms in the impacted areas could cause fires to start.
SEATTLE — Fire risk will increase Wednesday in parts of western Washington amid elevated temperatures and scattered thunderstorms expected.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued the alert Tuesday, with the Cascades and Olympics west of Puget Sound being covered by the warning. NWS says the afternoon and evening hours are the most prone to fire starts.
The alert primarily focuses on the western portion of the Cascades above 1,500 feet, according to the NWS’ website. The warning will be in effect from 8 a.m. until 11 p.m. The
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