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...RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TO 9 PM PDT FRIDAY FOR LOW
HUMIDITY AND GUSTY WINDS FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 270, 278, 420,
AND 458...

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Red Flag
Warning, which is in effect from 2 PM to 9 PM PDT Friday.

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 270, 278, 420 and 458.

* WIND...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts to 35 mph.

* HUMIDITY...Afternoon minimums 7 to 15 percent.

* DURATION...3 to 8 hours.

* IMPACTS...The combination of gusty winds and dry fuels 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.

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