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Weather Alert

...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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Weather Alert

...Red Flag Warning for Breezy Winds and Low Humidity Monday and
Tuesday...

.Breezy northerly winds combined with low relative humidity values
will result in critical fire weather conditions late Monday morning
through Tuesday evening. The strongest winds are expected on Tuesday
concentrated along the western Sacramento Valley and into the
Coastal Range foothills. Although winds will be lighter Monday
night, overnight humidity recoveries will be poor, resulting in
continued elevated fire weather conditions. On Wednesday, daytime
humidity values will remain low in the single digits to teens with
lighter winds.

...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM MONDAY TO 8 PM PDT
TUESDAY FOR GUSTY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES
215, 216, 217, 218, 263, 266, AND 279...

The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 11 AM Monday to 8 PM PDT
Tuesday.

* WIND...Northerly winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 25 to 35
mph. Strongest winds Tuesday early morning through afternoon.

* HUMIDITY...Minimum humidities 5 to 12 percent during the
afternoons with overnight recoveries 20 to 35 percent.

* GREATEST THREAT...West side of the Sacramento Valley, mainly
along and west of Interstate 5, and into Coastal Range foothills
Tuesday early morning through afternoon hours.

* 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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