California, Nevada Red Flag Warning - Severe | Effective 05/25/2026 11:33

Headline: 
Red Flag Warning issued May 25 at 11:33AM PDT until May 25 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Reno NV
Event: 
Red Flag Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 25, 2026 - 11:33am
Expires: 
May 25, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description: 
* CHANGES...Minor adjustment to duration of critical wind/RH, and increased nighttime recoveries tonight into Tuesday morning. * Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 270 Surprise Valley California, Fire Weather Zone 278 Eastern Lassen County, Fire Weather Zone 458 Northern Washoe County. * Winds...West-southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph. * Humidity...RH reductions to 10-20% this afternoon. Overnight recoveries of 60-90% tonight into Tuesday morning. * Duration...4 to 7 hours. * Impacts...The combination of gusty winds and low humidity can cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders can contain them.
Instruction: 
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.
Area Description: 
Surprise Valley California; Eastern Lassen County; Northern Washoe County
Forcast Office: 
NWS Reno NV