Red Flag Warning

From the National Weather Service
STARTED:Tuesday, Sept. 2 @ 8:50 p.m.
ENDED:Wednesday, Sept. 3 @ 5 a.m.
SEVERITY:Severe
URGENCY:Expected
AREAS:Lower Middle Klamath; Trinity

INSTRUCTIONS

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.

DESCRIPTION

The National Weather Service in Eureka has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect until 5 AM PDT Wednesday.

* AFFECTED AREA…Fire weather zone 204. Fire weather zone 283.

* THUNDERSTORMS…Isolated dry storms over high terrain in the afternoon and early evening hours.

* OUTFLOW WINDS…Gusty and erratic outflow winds over 40 mph possible.

* IMPACTS…any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

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