Red Flag Warning from 10/11/2021 5:00 AM to 10/12/2021 5:00 PM PDT for Monterey County. More information: https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=62572650
The US National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area/Monterey California has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty north to northeast winds and low humidity, which is in effect from 5 AM Monday to 5 PM PDT Tuesday.
AFFECTED AREA: Santa Lucia Mountains, Los Padres National Forest, Pinnacles National Park, Mountains Of San Benito County And Interior Monterey County.
DESCRIPTION: A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now…or will shortly. A combination of strong winds…low relative humidity…and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
IMPACTS: Any fire starts would likely see rapid spread due to dry fuels, low humidity and gusty winds. Outdoor burning is not recommended.
Thank you!
What’s this? “Outdoor burning is not recommended”? Why not “not permitted” or “illegal?”
Thank-you, Kate. This very long potential fire season does grate on the nerves.
Time to be extra careful with activities!!!