High Wildfire Risk Prompts Red Flag Warning for Parts of Nevada and California

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for northern Nevada and northeast California, including specific areas like northern Washoe County and eastern Lassen County, effective Tuesday from 11 AM to 11 PM. Strong wind gusts of 30-40 mph combined with low humidity (10-15%) are expected to create conditions highly conducive to rapid wildfire growth. Residents in these regions should exercise extreme caution.