Red Flag Warning Issued: Dry Lightning, Triple-Digit Heat Raise Wildfire Risk Across NorCal

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for parts of Northern California from 11 a.m. Monday to 8 p.m. Tuesday due to extreme fire weather conditions. High heat, gusty easterly winds, and incoming moisture are expected to produce scattered dry thunderstorms and erratic winds up to 50 mph. The warning covers areas from Lakeport and Ukiah to Crescent City, and also includes elevations between 1,000 and 3,000 feet in the Northern Sierra foothills, affecting parts of Shasta-Trinity and Lassen National Park. A small chance of isolated storms exists Monday morning and Tuesday afternoon. Recent triple-digit temperatures and dry vegetation have increased wildfire risk. Residents are urged to avoid outdoor burning, dragging chains, or any activity that could spark a fire.