Full Notification

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning which will be in effect from 8:00 PM Sunday, October 25th through 11:00 AM  Monday, October 26th
 
 
The warning has been issued to due Critical to Extreme fire weather conditions due to strong winds and critically low humidity. A significant offshore wind event, likely the strongest of the year, will develop over the region on Sunday and peak Sunday night into early Monday morning. These weather conditions, in combination with very dry grass, brush and trees, will result in an increased risk of new wildfire starts and rapid
wildfire spread. 
 
 
* TIMING...Winds will increase late Sunday afternoon as winds mix down from the hills then peak Sunday night into early Monday morning. 
 
* WINDS...North to northeast 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. 
 
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY...Minimum daytime humidity of 5 to 10 percent. Maximum overnight humidity generally between 15 and 25 percent. 
 
* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning should be avoided.
 

Instructions:

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions
are either occurring now or will shortly.

Residents are urged to visit www.ReadyforWildfire.com for tips on how
to prepare for wildfire and to remain vigilant in fire prone areas of Napa County, especially overnight.