Wildcat Fire Haze Persists Before Cooler, Wetter Regional Weather Shift

A variety of regions across the U.S. are experiencing changes in weather patterns this Friday with a mix of cooler temperatures, some lingering haze or fog, and showers. In the Inland Northwest, cooler fall weather is arriving amid ongoing smoke from recent fires, though improvements are expected next week with cooler, wetter conditions aiding containment efforts. Baltimore is enjoying a sunny and dry Friday with highs climbing into the low 80s before a wet, soggy weekend. Middle Georgia is seeing a cold front bringing showers and thunderstorms, with seasonable temperatures and a watch on tropical activity that could impact forecasts. The NW Bluegrass area started the day with dense fog advisories but will have partly cloudy skies and mild temperatures ideal for outdoor activities, though muddy conditions remain from recent rains. Overall, many areas are transitioning into cooler, more fall-like weather with some precipitation expected to help ease fire risks and improve air quality.