Elevated Fire Potential and Freeze Watch Today

Precipitation measured 0.4 inches in the last 23 hours.  There is an elevated fire weather potential today due to a 20 to 35 percent drop in humidity this afternoon and winds gusting at 35 to 40 miles per hour.  There is also freeze watch from this evening through late night, as temperatures may reach as low as 32 degrees.

To protect your property from damage, let your water pipes/hoses drain or slow-drip or wrap them to prevent them from bursting.  Protect tender plants by piling mulch around the stems, and watering the soil (but not plant leaves) just before the freeze comes.  This may help the soil retain warmth. Cover plants with a cloth covering. Plastic coverings can be placed on top of cloth coverings, but should not be placed against plants themselves, as this can cause damage.