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Fire Weather Watch Issued for Northern California Amid Weekend Winds

The National Weather Service warns of elevated fire risk as gusty winds and low humidity are forecast from Sunday morning through Monday evening.

Sunset in Chico, Calif.
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Overview

  • The National Weather Service has issued a fire weather watch for the Sacramento Valley and parts of the Bay Area, including Solano County, effective Sunday 8 a.m. to Monday 8 p.m.
  • Forecasts predict gusts of up to 50 mph in coastal and inland valleys, with humidity levels dropping into the teens, creating conditions for rapid fire spread.
  • Residents are advised to avoid outdoor burning, secure loose items, and prepare for potential power interruptions due to the expected wind and dry air.
  • This is the third consecutive weekend of wind-driven fire weather conditions in Northern California, highlighting the region's transition into fire season.
  • Temperatures will run 5–10 degrees below normal this weekend before rebounding to the 80s and 90s inland early next week.