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Fire Weather Watch issued September 10 at 11:42AM PDT until September 13

Affecting Surprise Valley California; Eastern Lassen County; Northern Washoe County

In effect until: Sep 11, 2026, 6:45 PM

Surprise Valley California; Eastern Lassen County; Northern Washoe County

Possible impact zone; conditions develop through 6:45 PM.

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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The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Fire Weather
Watch for strong winds and low humidity, which is in effect from
Saturday morning through Saturday evening.

* Affected Area...Fire Weather Zone 270 Surprise Valley
California, Fire Weather Zone 278 Eastern Lassen County, Fire
Weather Zone 458 Northern Washoe County.

* Winds...Southwest 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.

* Humidity...As low as 15 percent.

* Duration...3 to 6 hours.

* Impacts...The combination of strong winds and low humidity can
cause fire to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first
responders can contain them.

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Alert data: U.S. National Weather Service / NOAA · Translation: WeatherTranslate™

Fire Weather Watch issued September 10 at 11:42AM PDT until September 13

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