Fire weather watch looms over portion of Bay Area

SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) — The concerning combination of gusty winds and low humidity in a portion of the San Francisco Bay Area over the weekend has prompted weather officials to issue a fire weather watch.

The fire weather watch extends across the Sacramento Valley and encroaches into the Bay Area through the entirety of Solano County, according to the National Weather Service. The watch goes into effect on Sunday at 8 a.m. and is set to expire on Monday at 8 p.m.

North winds are forecasted to reach gusts of up to 35 mph, NWS said. The strongest winds are expected to blow across northern and central Sacramento Valley near Interstate 5, as well as west of the freeway.

Combined with low humidity levels between 15 and 25 percent, weather officials said the conditions would allow fires to rapidly grow in size and intensity.

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“Outdoor burning is not recommended,” NWS advised.

Gusty winds expected across the Bay Area over the weekend may cause difficult driving conditions and the potential for downed tree limbs. Officials said people can take action by securing loose outdoor items, stay clear of trees and downed wires, keep safe distances from high-profile vehicles, keep phones charged and prepare for possible power outages.

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