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LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Sep 18

Helix RFPD
Cloudy
82°F
53°F

Moderate

Clouds generally forming or developing, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

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Helix RFPD

The Helix Rural Fire Protection District (RFPD) serves the Helix, Oregon area and its surrounding rural communities by offering vital fire protection, emergency medical services, and rescue operations.

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The Helix Rural Fire Protection District was established to meet the specific fire protection and emergency response needs of the Helix area. Operated by a team of trained professionals and dedicated volunteers, the district focuses on providing high-quality service and maintaining a strong level of readiness. Through continuous training, active community involvement, and collaboration with neighboring agencies, the district ensures a prompt and effective response to various emergencies. The mission of the Helix RFPD is to enhance public safety, promote fire prevention, and deliver swift emergency services to protect the lives and property of the Helix community and surrounding regions.

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7-Day Fire Weather Forecast

Helix RFPD, 102 Columbia St, Helix, OR 97835, USA

Today

Sep 18
82.3°F 52.8°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 6:37am - 6:59pm
Precipitation 1%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 31 - 64 %
Winds NNW 8.1 - 9.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.16 m³/m³
UV Index 5.65

Fri

Sep 19
83.2°F 55.8°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 6:38am - 6:57pm
Precipitation 1%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 25 - 58 %
Winds NNE 5.5 - 7.2 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.15 m³/m³
UV Index 5.55

Sat

Sep 20
84.2°F 57.9°F
Clear
High Fire Conditions

Cloud development not observed or not observable, low relative humidity, very high winds, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 6:39am - 6:55pm
Precipitation 2%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 12 - 49 %
Winds SW 16.6 - 28.2 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.14 m³/m³
UV Index 5.5

Sun

Sep 21
68.7°F 56.8°F
Slight Continuous Rain
High Fire Conditions

Rain, not freezing, continuous, slight, very high winds and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 6:41am - 6:53pm
Precipitation 21%, 2.4 mm
Rel. Humidity 29 - 82 %
Winds SW 18.7 - 32 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.15 m³/m³
UV Index 5.3

Mon

Sep 22
71°F 50.9°F
Clear
Moderate Fire Conditions

Cloud development not observed or not observable, winds and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 6:42am - 6:51pm
Precipitation 1%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 27 - 64 %
Winds SW 12.2 - 15.2 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.17 m³/m³
UV Index 5.45

Tue

Sep 23
78.8°F 55.7°F
Clear
Moderate Fire Conditions

Cloud generally dissolving or becoming less developed, low relative humidity and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 6:43am - 6:49pm
Precipitation 1%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 18 - 46 %
Winds E 6.7 - 6.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.15 m³/m³
UV Index 5.2

Wed

Sep 24
74.6°F 55.5°F
Clear
High Fire Conditions

State of sky on the whole unchanged, low relative humidity, very high winds, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 6:44am - 6:47pm
Precipitation 13%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 20 - 38 %
Winds SW 20.1 - 24.4 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.13 m³/m³
UV Index 5.1

** Yellow or Red highlights indicates more dangerous fire weather conditions. Please verify burning status with your local fire agency.

Weather source: noaa.gov. Updated Sep 18 4:33pm.

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