Humidity levels drop, winds to increase creating elevated fire hazards for Central California

According to the Weather Service, the region will experience breezy conditions with gusts reaching up to 25 mph.Photo byNWS

The US National Weather Service in Hanford, California, has issued a warning about elevated fire weather conditions expected to develop across the San Joaquin Valley starting this Friday and continuing through the weekend.

According to the Weather Service, the region will experience breezy conditions with gusts reaching up to 25 mph. Afternoon relative humidity levels are predicted to drop between 10 to 20 percent. These factors, combined with the presence of dry grasses, will significantly increase the potential for new fire starts.

Residents and visitors in the San Joaquin Valley are urged to exercise caution and remain vigilant. Activities that could inadvertently start fires should be avoided, and fire safety protocols should be strictly followed.

Local authorities and emergency services are on high alert and prepared to respond to any incidents that may arise due to these elevated fire weather conditions.