The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for Marin County this weekend, which means critical fire weather conditions are expected during the designated time period. Fire conditions include a combination of strong offshore wind gusts up to 45 mph and relatively low humidity.
🚩The Red Flag Warning will be in place beginning Tuesday, November 5 at 11:00 a.m. through Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 a.m.
Erratic and gusty winds may result in dangerous and unpredictable fire behavior. A simple spark could cause a major wildfire under these conditions.
The community is advised to exercise extreme caution this weekend, including:
- Avoid using any source of heat or open flame outdoors
- Avoid using power tools (gas or electric) or mowers
- Properly discard cigarettes
- Keep vehicles off dry grass or vegetation
- Avoid closed areas and be alert while visiting (open) public lands where wildfires might occur
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