Lewis County, ID

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In effect from Friday 07/24 3:16 PM PDT – Monday 07/27 11:00 AM PDT

Issued by NWS Spokane WA

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Lewiston

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties outside of reservation boundaries

What

Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.

Where

Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties outside of reservation boundaries...

When

Until noon July 27th.

Impacts

Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.

What to Do

Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ's Lewiston Regional Office at (208) 799-4370


Areas Impacted

  • Latah, ID
  • Lewis, ID
  • Nez Perce, ID

Tips to Stay Safe

When an Air Quality Alert is active for your location: 

  • Check the air quality levels in your area at airnow.gov
  • Limit your time outdoors, especially if you are at higher risk. This includes seniors, children, or those with asthma or other health conditions. 

In effect from Friday 07/24 4:06 PM PDT – Monday 07/27 11:00 AM PDT

Issued by NWS Spokane WA

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Lewiston Nez Perce Tribe

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties

What

Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.

Where

Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties...

When

Until noon July 27th.

Impacts

Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.

What to Do

Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ's Lewiston Regional Office at (208) 799-4370


Areas Impacted

  • Latah, ID
  • Lewis, ID
  • Nez Perce, ID

Tips to Stay Safe

When an Air Quality Alert is active for your location: 

  • Check the air quality levels in your area at airnow.gov
  • Limit your time outdoors, especially if you are at higher risk. This includes seniors, children, or those with asthma or other health conditions. 

In effect from Sunday 07/26 12:54 PM PDT – Monday 07/27 2:00 PM PDT

Issued by NWS Spokane WA

An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the following agencies:

Idaho Department of Environmental Quality in Lewiston Nez Perce Tribe

AIR QUALITY ADVISORY FROM THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY FOR Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties

What

Air Quality Advisory because of degraded air quality due to wildfire smoke. Air Quality Index is forecast to be Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups.

Where

Clearwater, Idaho, Latah, Lewis, and Nez Perce Counties...

When

Until noon July 27th.

Impacts

Members of sensitive groups may experience health effects. The general public is less likely to be affected.

What to Do

Air pollutants can cause breathing difficulties for children, the elderly, as well as persons with respiratory problems. Those individuals who are sensitive to increased particulate matter or smoke are encouraged to avoid prolonged or strenuous outdoor activity during this advisory. Open burning is prohibited by air quality rule. It is also recommended that all other individuals limit prolonged or strenuous activity outdoors.
THIS STATEMENT IS ISSUED BY THE IDAHO DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, AIR QUALITY GROUP FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT DEQ's Lewiston Regional Office at (208) 799-4370


Areas Impacted

  • Latah, ID
  • Lewis, ID
  • Nez Perce, ID

Tips to Stay Safe

When an Air Quality Alert is active for your location: 

  • Check the air quality levels in your area at airnow.gov
  • Limit your time outdoors, especially if you are at higher risk. This includes seniors, children, or those with asthma or other health conditions. 

Briefings

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From the Forecaster

SUN-TUE: Elevated Fire Weather

Created by the NWS Spokane WFO

Elevated fire weather conditions are expected for Sunday through Tuesday due to dry and breezy south to southwest winds. The area of greatest concern is across the Waterville Plateau and the Okanogan Valley. Any new fires that start will spread quickly.

NWS Spokane graphic titled "Sunday-Tuesday: Elevated Fire Weather" for July 26-28, 2026. Background shows a wildfire burning dry brush with heavy smoke. Text forecasts south-southwest winds with 20–30 mph gusts, very dry conditions with 20–25% humidity, and warns that any new fires will quickly spread.

Seven-day Weather Risk Overview

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