US National Weather Service Reno Nevada has issued a Fire Weather Watch for gusty winds and low humidity, which is in effect from 1:00 P.M. Sunday afternoon through 8:00 AM Monday morning.
*Affected Area...Fire Zone 270 Surprise Valley California, Fire Zone 271 Western Lassen/Eastern Plumas/Eastern Sierra/Eastern Nevada Counties, Fire Zone 272 Greater Lake Tahoe Area, Fire Zone 278 Eastern Lassen County and Fire Zone 458 Northern Washoe County.
* Winds...A strong cold front is expected to bring southwest to west wind gusts between 30 and 45 mph starting Sunday afternoon and lasting into early Monday.
*Humidity...falling to 10 to 17% Sunday afternoon, with poor to moderate humidities possibly persisting into early Monday.
*Duration...More than 6 hours, possibly up to 12 hours.
*Impacts...The combination of gusty winds and low humidity can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a spark near dry vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting, or campfires. Follow local fire restrictions. Check weather.gov/reno for updates and livingwithfire.info for preparedness tips.
More info here: https://inws.ncep.noaa.gov/a/a.php?i=38603259
