SACRAMENTO— As critical fire weather continues to increase wildfire risk across much of Southern California, CAL FIRE urges all residents to take proactive steps to protect their families, homes, and communities. The “Ready, Set, Go!” campaign offers clear guidance to ensure everyone is prepared for wildfire emergencies. READY Prepare your home and property. Create defensible space and harden your home. ...

LOS ANGELES COUNTY–Three active wildfires are burning in Los Angeles County, driven by extreme winds and weather conditions. Nearly 40,000 acres have burned, and it’s estimated that more than 12,000 structures have been damaged or destroyed. At least 23 people have lost their lives, and searches are continuing. WEATHER OUTLOOK Critical fire weather conditions will continue through the middle of ...

SACRAMENTO—More than 7,500 personnel, including firefighters, law enforcement, and other emergency support personnel, are on the ground working with local and federal partners to respond to ongoing historic wildfires in Southern California. Yesterday, firefighters also responded to 37 new wildfires across the state. In the first nine days of the year, 29,053 acres have burned from 92 fires. Incident Management ...

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITIES—The National Weather Service in Hanford has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect until 5 p.m. Saturday, October 19th. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are occurring or will shortly occur. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. AFFECTED AREA Fire weather ...

MOUNTAIN AREA — The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Red Flag Warning for this afternoon and evening for the southern Sierra Nevada. Elevated fire danger is expected due to the possibility of thunderstorms across the Sierra Nevada from Yosemite National Park south to Sequoia National Park. The forecast confidence is low and the Warning has been downgraded from ...