NEWS RELEASE – 01/06/25
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
The National Weather Service Los Angeles has issued a Red Flag Warning for the Santa Barbara County Mountains and Eastern Santa Ynez Valley Mountain Range.
Red Flag Warning Duration: 4:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 7th through 6:00 p.m. Thursday, January 9th, 2025.
A Red Flag Warning means that a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can create extreme fire behavior.
Warning Details:
- Winds: Northeast sustained winds of 20 to 35 mph, with gusts up to 50
- Relative Humidity: Dropping to between 10% and 20% on Tuesday and
- Potential Impacts: If fire ignition occurs, there is a high risk of rapid fire spread, extreme fire behavior, and long-range spotting, which could threaten life and Additionally, downed trees, power lines, and power outages are possible.
Recommended Precautions:
Residents should take appropriate precautions during the Red Flag Warning, including:
- Review Ready, Set, Go: Visit Ready, Set, Go for detailed preparedness
- Report Smoke: Report any signs of smoke immediately by calling 911.
- Avoid Spark-Producing Activities: Use extreme caution when operating spark- or flame-producing machinery near grass or brush.
- Limit Outdoor Activities: Avoid hiking or other front-country trail activities during the warning period.
Stay informed, stay prepared, and remain vigilant during this critical fire weather event.
Contact Information:
Scott Safechuck
Fire Captain – Public Information Officer
Santa Barbara County Fire Department
Cell 805-896-6336
Email [email protected]
Twitter @SBCFireInfo
All Santa Barbara County Fire Department News Releases are available at www.sbcfire.com
Serving the cities of Buellton, Goleta, and Solvang, and the Communities of Casmalia, Cuyama, Gaviota, Hope Ranch, Los Alamos, Los Olivos, Mission Canyon, Mission Hills, Orcutt, Santa Maria, Sisquoc, and Vandenberg Village