RED FLAG WARNING in Squaw Valley and surrounding area Sunday through Monday. EXTREME FIRE DANGER due to high winds and low humidity.
RED FLAG WARNING in Squaw Valley and surrounding area Sunday through Monday. EXTREME FIRE DANGER due to high winds and low humidity.
A RED FLAG WARNING for EXTREME FIRE DANGER has been issued for the Squaw Valley and surrounding area due to high winds and low humidity.
The National Weather Service issues Red Flag Warnings during times of critical fire weather like windy, hot and dry conditions, that could lead to rapid or dramatic increases in wildfire activity beyond the ability of fire agencies to control.
During these times EXTREME caution is urged by all residents, a simple spark can cause a major wildfire.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
No open burning, no campfires, no chanisaws, no weed-eating or any other thing that could start a fire.
Report and illegal fires, open burning or smoke to 911.
Prepare for an evacuation - think about what you will take with you (GO BAG), have it ready, set a meeting location for your family. Park fueled cars facing out, have garden hoses spread out and ready to knock down embers.
Have your smartphone on at night, next to your bed.
If there is a wildfire, don't wait for an evacuation notice. Evacuate early!
Consider leaving the area during times of extreme danger.
Go to Readyforwildfire.org for more information.
Instructions:
Go to Readyforwildfire.org for more information.
Address/Location
Olympic Valley Fire Department
305 Squaw Valley Road
Olympic Valley, CA 96146
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 530-583-6111
Alert Details
- Severity:
- Severe - Significant threat to life or property
- Urgency:
- Future - Responsive action SHOULD be taken in the near future
- Certainty:
- Likely (p > ~50%)
- Category:
- General emergency and public safety
- Event:
- Severe Weather Warning