Thunderstorms In The Forecast For Washington And Oregon

August 12, 2014 8:24 AM

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NEW YORK, NY - JULY 15: Rain falls during an afternoon downpour and thunderstorm in Manhattan on July 15, 2014 in New York City. There is a flood advisory for much of New York, New Jersey and New England as a cold front passes through bringing severe thunderstorms, hail and heavy rain. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

File photo of rain (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)

SEATTLE (AP) — Forecasters say thunderstorms that moved through Oregon and Washington on Monday will flare up again Tuesday.

Because of the risk that lightning will start more wildfires, the National Weather Service has a red flag warning in effect for most of both states. The thunderstorms also could be accompanied by gusty winds, hail and flash flooding, especially on lands scorched by wildfires.

Forecasters say showers could linger over the Northwest into Wednesday. The good news for people uncomfortable with Monday’s heat is that temperatures should be back to normal by Wednesday.

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