Red Flag Warning for Modoc County: High Fire Danger Until 8 PM Tonight
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for Modoc County, excluding the Surprise Valley, until 8:00 PM PDT tonight due to high winds and low humidity creating severe fire danger.
A Red Flag Warning has been issued for Modoc County, excluding the Surprise Valley, effective immediately until 8:00 PM PDT tonight, September 24.
The National Weather Service in Medford, OR, warns that any fires that develop during this period will likely spread rapidly due to severe weather conditions. Southwest winds are expected to be between 12 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 to 35 mph. Daytime humidity levels will be critically low, ranging from 11 to 15 percent.
Residents are urged to follow all fire restrictions. Information on local fire restrictions and emergency sign-up forms can be found at weather.gov/medford/wildfire. It is crucial to be signed up for your county's emergency alert system and to have an emergency plan in place. More information on emergency preparedness is available at ready.gov/plan.
A Red Flag Warning indicates that weather conditions are conducive to the rapid spread of fire, which could become life-threatening. This does not mean a fire is currently active, but that conditions are either present or imminent.
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