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The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Red Flag Warning, which is in effect from 11:000 am Friday to 11:00 pm PDT Saturday.
The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.
The highest threat is near the Mendocino Complex burn areas, with winds on Saturday expected from the west to southwest. Local gusts up to 30 mph possible along ridge tops. Afternoon humidity levels will be around 15 to 20 percent, with overnight/early morning levels around to 30 to 40 percent.
These conditions can result in dangerous and rapid irregular spreading of large wildfires.
