Sacramento, Calif. – Gusty winds and dry air are setting the stage for elevated fire danger across the Northern and Central Sacramento Valley on Wednesday, with conditions ripe for rapid wildfire spread.
According to the National Weather Service in Sacramento, winds from the north will range from 10 to 15 mph, with gusts reaching 30 mph. Daytime humidity is expected to plummet between 10% and 20%, creating a volatile mix for vegetation already drying under early summer heat.
The fire weather alert impacts a wide area from Redding to Yuba City, with particular concern for open grasslands and rural communities where vegetation is most vulnerable. Drivers are urged to avoid pulling off onto dry brush, and residents should secure outdoor equipment that could emit sparks.
Officials are asking residents to stay alert, properly dispose of smoking materials, and avoid outdoor burning. With California entering peak wildfire season, early precautions could prevent dangerous flare-ups.
This elevated risk runs through Wednesday evening, but more alerts are possible if breezy conditions persist into Thursday.
