Red Flag Warnings Issued For East Bay Hills

Berkeley CA

17 August, 2021

6:45 PM

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BERKELEY, CA — The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag warning for the East Bay Hills from Tuesday night into Wednesday afternoon. The Berkeley Fire Department requested a forecast specifically for conditions in the Berkeley hills because the East Bay Hills region includes a wide area outside of Berkeley. This "spot" forecast does not predict red flag conditions for the Berkeley hills. Additionally, PG&E is planning a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in areas throughout Northern California, including some parts of Alameda County, but the utility has not advised that Berkeley will be included in this shutoff area. We will continue to monitor this weather event for any changes. City officials are encouraging residents to be ready for power outages or wildfire evacuations.