...Very Hot Temperatures Tuesday and Wednesday...

.High pressure over interior northern California will result in
triple digit temperatures across much of the Valley on Tuesday
and Wednesday with the hottest temperatures on Wednesday. Hot
temperatures combined with warm overnight lows will result in
widespread moderate heat risk to locally high heat risk.
Sensitive groups should take precautions to prevent heat-related
illnesses.

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TUESDAY TO 11 PM PDT
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Afternoon temperatures from 95 to 105 degrees, with the
hottest day expected on Wednesday. Overnight lows from the
upper 65 to 75.

* WHERE...Portions of the Sacramento Valley, Carquinez Strait
and Delta, Northern San Joaquin Valley and Northeast Foothills.

* WHEN...From noon Tuesday to 11 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Widespread moderate heat risk to locally high heat
risk. Heat-related illnesses will be possible, especially for
groups that are sensitive to the heat.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

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...Red Flag Warning for Gusty Wind and Low Humidity Today through
Wednesday Morning...

.Breezy northerly wind combined with low relative humidity will
result in areas of critical fire weather conditions today through
Wednesday morning. Strongest wind expected along the western
Sacramento Valley and into the Coastal Range foothills. Gusty wind
lingers into Wednesday morning, then lighter wind expected with
continued low humidity in the afternoon.

...RED FLAG WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT WEDNESDAY FOR
GUSTY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 215, 216,
217, 218, 263, 266, AND 279...

* WIND...Northerly wind 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph.
Strongest wind expected late tonight through Tuesday afternoon.

* HUMIDITY...Minimum humidities 4 to 15 percent with overnight
recoveries 25 to 45 percent.

* GREATEST THREAT...West side of the Sacramento Valley, mainly
along and west of Interstate 5, and into the Coastal Range
foothills.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

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