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Temperatures are expected to climb into the mid- to upper 80’s in Bellingham and Ferndale through Tuesday of next week.
Total rainfall over the two days could exceed 2″ in the region.
Cooler temperatures are in the forecast for later this week, with rain in the mix as well on Friday into Saturday, Aug. 16.
Temperatures will peak on Sunday and Monday, rising as high as 87 degrees on both days.
Rainy conditions are expected to clear by Thursday evening, with temperatures forecasted to reach the low 80s early next week.
Heavy rainfall could agitate burn scars from previous wildfires, meteorologists say.
Marine waters may continue to experience dangerous and/or turbulent currents throughout the rest of today.
Neither fire poses a danger to nearby communities or structures.
The lowlands of western Whatcom and Skagit counties remain under a heat advisory through 8:00 p.m. tonight.
The watch is issued when there’s the possibility of “critical” fire conditions like warm temperatures, low humidity and strong gusty winds.