El Dorado County Air Quality Management District

Forecast from US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Dry weather and above average temperatures continue today into next week with the warmest days expected on Sunday and Monday. A weather system passing to the east on Tuesday and Wednesday will bring breezy winds across interior NorCal and may lead to increased fire weather concerns due to the prolonged dry conditions. Also with this system, there is a small chance for light mountain precipitation.

EL DORADO COUNTY BURN DAY STATUS Friday, April 9, 2021: West Slope: BURN DAY Tahoe Basin: BURN DAY... Burning is limited to DRY vegetation from your property. Burning lumber and garbage is illegal. AQMD Burn Permits can be obtained at: https://edcgov.us/Government/AirQualityManagement/burnpermit

Thursday, calm to light northwesterly winds throughout most of the day will limit dispersion. However, pollutant carryover from the previous day will be low, yielding high-Good particle levels. Friday, calm to light southerly morning winds will allow pollutants to accumulate, while patchy morning fog will enhance particle production. However, onshore winds will strengthen in the afternoon and evening, dispersing pollutants and allowing particle levels to remain high-Good. S...aturday, a morning temperature inversion will trap pollutants near the ground. By the afternoon, northwesterly winds will disperse pollutants, leading to continued high-Good particle levels. More information at: SpareTheAir.com

EL DORADO COUNTY BURN DAY STATUS Thursday, April 8, 2021: West Slope: BURN DAY Tahoe Basin: BURN DAY... Burning is limited to DRY vegetation from your property. Burning lumber and garbage is illegal. AQMD Burn Permits can be obtained at: https://edcgov.us/Government/AirQualityManagement/burnpermit

Today, light to moderate onshore winds will disperse pollutants and bring clean Pacific air into the region, leading to Good particle levels. Thursday, lighter winds throughout the day will reduce dispersion, allowing pollutants to build up in the Sacramento region. In addition, cool overnight temperatures will produce an inversion, limiting mixing in the lower levels of the atmosphere. As a result, particle levels will increase to low-Moderate. Friday, south-southwesterly ...winds will re-strengthen, dispersing pollutants and lowering particle levels to Good. More info at: SpareTheAir.com

Forecast from US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Dry weather is expected for most of the day today before another weak weather system will impact northern California this evening and into early Friday. Generally light precipitation amounts are expected. Dry conditions are forecast for the weekend with Valley fog possible in the mornings and evenings.

EL DORADO COUNTY BURN DAY STATUS Thursday, January 7, 2021: West Slope: BURN DAY Tahoe Basin: BURN DAY... Burning is limited to DRY vegetation from your property. Burning lumber and garbage is illegal. AQMD Burn Permits can be obtained at: www.edcgov.us/Government/AirQualityManagement/burnpermit

Today, calm winds and a temperature inversion through the morning hours will limit mixing and dispersion. However, as a weak cold front moves through the region, light northwesterly winds will develop in the afternoon and evening, dispersing pollutants and keeping particle levels Moderate. Thursday, a weak upper-level ridge of high pressure will pass over northern California, reducing vertical mixing in the atmosphere. In addition, light and variable winds throughout the day... will allow pollutants to accumulate in the region. These conditions will lead to high-Moderate particle levels. Friday, another weak front will move through northern California, enhancing mixing and shifting winds from southerly to northwesterly. These weather conditions will increase pollutant dispersion. However, regional pollutant carryover from previous days will lead to Moderate particle levels. More info at: SpareTheAir.com

Today, morning fog and abundant low-level moisture will enhance particle production in the atmosphere, causing pollutants to build up near the surface. However, light to moderate northwesterly winds will disperse pollutants, leading to low-Moderate particle levels. Tuesday, early morning dense fog, along with light winds through much of the day and pollutant carryover, will lead to high-Moderate particle levels. Wednesday, light morning winds will continue to limit pollutant dispersion. Furthermore, southeasterly afternoon winds will bring regional pollutants into the area. Therefore, particle levels will be Moderate.

Weather forecast from US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Dense Valley fog is seen this morning mainly in the central Sacramento Valley with visibilities ranging from one mile down to a quarter of a mile. Fog is expected to dissipate by mid-morning with dry weather and cool temperatures seen today. A passing system to the north may bring some scattered showers to the mountains surrounding the northern Sacramento Valley on Tuesday, otherwise dry weather will co...ntinue for much of the area this day. Another impactful winter storm is expected to reach Northern California on Wednesday continuing into Thursday. Widespread rain and mountain snow is anticipated with snow levels beginning near pass level on Wednesday, but decreasing overnight. Hazardous mountain travel is likely during this storm. Dry weather returns Friday.

Weather forecast from US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Patchy dense morning fog will impact portions of the Sacramento and northern San Joaquin Valleys this morning. As the day progresses, light rain and snow will approach the region from the northwest. Precipitation amounts will remain light with many locations south of Sacramento expected to remain completely dry. Dry conditions are expected on Thursday with the potential for morning Valley fog. Another s...ystem will impact northern California Thursday evening and into Friday with generally light precipitation amounts expected again. Dry conditions are forecast for the weekend with morning Valley fog.

Today, calm winds throughout most of the day will hinder pollutant dispersion in the region. In addition, cool morning temperatures will produce an inversion, trapping pollutants near the ground. However, periods of light onshore winds will gradually disperse pollutants in the afternoon and evening hours, leading to Moderate particle levels. Wednesday, calm morning winds and a strong inversion will limit atmospheric mixing and dispersion. Therefore, despite light northwester...ly winds dispersing pollutants in the afternoon, particle levels will continue to be Moderate. Thursday, calm conditions through midday will allow pollutants to accumulate in the region. However, light south-southwesterly winds will develop in the afternoon and evening, dispersing pollutants and leading to low-Moderate particle levels. More info at: SpareTheAir.com

Monday, December 14, 2020 EL DORADO COUNTY BURN DAY STATUS: West Slope: BURN DAY Tahoe Basin: BURN DAY... AQMD Burn Permits can be obtained at: www.edcgov.us/Government/AirQualityManagement/burnpermit CalFire Burn Permit information: http://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov or call (530) 644-2345

EL DORADO COUNTY BURN DAY STATUS Wednesday, January 6, 2021: West Slope: BURN DAY Tahoe Basin: BURN DAY... Burning is limited to DRY vegetation from your property. Burning lumber and garbage is illegal. AQMD Burn Permits can be obtained at: www.edcgov.us/Government/AirQualityManagement/burnpermit

Sunday, December 13, 2020 EL DORADO COUNTY BURN DAY STATUS: West Slope: BURN DAY Tahoe Basin: BURN DAY... AQMD Burn Permits can be obtained at: www.edcgov.us/Government/AirQualityManagement/burnpermit CalFire Burn Permit information: http://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov or call (530) 644-2345

Weather forecast from US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Dry, cool weather is forecast to prevail across interior northern California through mid-week. A pattern change will bring an initial opportunity of light rain and snow late Thursday and continuing into early Friday. A better chance of rain and snow will occur late Friday and into Saturday. Travel impacts in the mountains will be possible as accumulating snowfall is expected at pass levels. Another system may impact far northern California on Sunday with light rain and snow shower chances

Saturday, December 12, 2020 EL DORADO COUNTY BURN DAY STATUS: West Slope: BURN DAY Tahoe Basin: BURN DAY... AQMD Burn Permits can be obtained at: www.edcgov.us/Government/AirQualityManagement/burnpermit CalFire Burn Permit information: http://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov or call (530) 644-2345

News release from the U.S. Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest: Fires Contained, Emergency Restrictions Lifted on the Eldorado National Forest PLACERVILLE, CA - The Eldorado National Forest has lifted the emergency restrictions on campfires and dispersed camping that were put in place months ago due to exceptional fire danger conditions this year. As a result of the precipitation received this past weekend, both the Fork Fire and the Point Fire have been declared 100% c...ontained. Please note that these fires are not yet fully extinguished. The Fork Fire Closure Area remains in effect to ensure public safety while interior smoldering and suppression repair operations continue. Once again, the public can make wood and charcoal campfires after obtaining a California Campfire Permit. Campfire permits are are required for all types of campfires including gas stoves, and are available online at www.preventwildfiresca.org. For more information about campfire permits, visit the forest website here. Dispersed camping up to 10 days per district per year is also allowed, in accordance with forest regulations. Please review the "Pick Your Own Spot Camping" guide for safety tips and rules that apply to dispersed camping. Overnight camping permits for Desolation Wilderness will be available again on Recreation.gov starting tomorrow, Nov. 10, 2020. At this time of year, wilderness camping permits can be booked online both in advance and day of entry. The maximum group size of 12 still applies. Visitor information specialists are available to answer questions and assist with with travel planning, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM: Forest Supervisors’ Office 530-303-2412 Georgetown Ranger District 530-334-6477 Pacific / Placerville Ranger District 916-500-4712 Amador Ranger District 209-259-3774 Thank you for your patience during the emergency restrictions this year. Enjoy your forest!

News release from the U.S. Forest Service - Eldorado National Forest: Christmas Tree Permits Available Online Beginning Next Week for the Eldorado National Forest PLACERVILLE, CA - The Eldorado National Forest will begin selling Christmas tree permits online through Recreation.gov beginning Monday, November 16. The cost of each permit is $10 per tree with a $2.50 service charge for using the online permit system. Each household may purchase up to two tree permits with a credi...t or debit card. The $10 permit fee will be waived for any 4th grade student who has an Every Kid Outdoors voucher. For many families, going out into the forest to find a tree for the holidays is a treasured tradition that has been carried on for generations, said Forest Supervisor Jeff Marsolais. For others, this is an opportunity to start a new tradition and discover the joy of bringing a tree home from your national forest and creating special memories. The Forest Service decided to offer permit sales on Recreation.gov as an added convenience for visitors, as well as an alternative to in-person transactions at offices that remain closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Permits are only available for purchase via Recreation.gov and will not be available at Forest Service offices. The last day to buy a Christmas Tree Permit will be December 31. To purchase a Christmas Tree permit, visit Recreation.gov at www.recreation.gov/tree-permits/eldorado. It is important to carefully read the overview and need-to-know information prior to purchasing the permit. Visitors will also need to set up or login to a Recreation.gov account to complete the transaction. Remember to print your permit at home before heading out on your tree cutting adventure. Please use the maps provided on the forest website to avoid trespassing on private property when searching for your tree. The trees that can be cut with your permit are a maximum of 6 inches at the base. As well as providing holiday cheer, cutting these smaller trees also improves forest health. Removing small-diameter trees in designated areas helps other trees grow larger and can open areas to provide forage for wildlife. In addition to a free Christmas tree permit, fourth graders who sign up for the Every Kid Outdoors voucher will have a waiver on entrance fees at National parks and other federal lands. Please note however, this voucher does not waive other kinds of concessionaire campground and parking fees. Additional information about Christmas tree permits can be found on the Eldorado National Forest website at www.fs.usda.gov/eldorado. Visitor information specialists are also available to answer questions Monday through Friday, from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM: Forest Supervisors’ Office 530-303-2412 Georgetown Ranger District 530-334-6477 Pacific / Placerville Ranger District 916-500-4712 Amador Ranger District 209-259-3774

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Today, light to moderate northwesterly winds will disperse pollutants and bring clean, dry air into the region. Therefore, particle levels will be Good. Tuesday, calm winds throughout most of the day will hinder dispersion. In addition, cool morning temperatures will generate an inversion, trapping pollutants near the ground. Therefore, despite light onshore winds aiding dispersion in the afternoon and evening hours, particle levels will be Moderate. Wednesday, calm morning... winds and a strong inversion will limit mixing and dispersion through the morning hours. However, light northwesterly winds will develop in the afternoon, bringing cleaner air into the region and keeping particle levels Moderate. More info at: SpareTheAir.com

Weather forecast from US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Cool temperatures are expected to start off the week with areas of near to below freezing temperatures returning to Valley communities again Monday night and into Tuesday morning. The freezing temperatures will be possible again Tuesday night and into Wednesday morning. Dry weather and below average temperatures continue before another system may impact Northern California Thursday into the weekend. At this time there are some uncertainties at this time in regard to the arrival and timing of this system. For now, snow levels look to be similar to this past weekend's system, but stay tuned for updates.

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Today, periods of light southeasterly winds will hinder mixing and dispersion. Additionally, these winds will gradually transport pollutants into the region. These conditions will yield Moderate particle levels. Friday, as a cold front moves through northern California, moderate onshore winds will develop, dispersing pollutants and lowering particle levels to Good. Saturday, decreasing onshore winds will limit pollutant dispersion. However, low pollutant carryover from the ...previous day will result in continued Good particle levels. More info at: SpareTheAir.com

Today, light northwesterly winds will reduce pollutant dispersion in the region. Furthermore, clear skies and cool temperatures overnight will cause a temperature inversion to develop, trapping pollutants near the ground. These conditions will cause particle levels to be Moderate. Thursday, calm winds through the morning and midday hours will continue to limit mixing and dispersion. However, light to moderate onshore winds will develop later in the day, bringing cleaner air ...into the region and leading to Moderate particle levels. Friday, as a cold front moves through northern California, moderate and gusty onshore winds will develop, dispersing pollutants and lowering particle levels to Good. More info at: SpareTheAir.com

Weather forecast from the US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Dry and mild weather expected through Thursday with a pattern change in store for late week. Increasing humidity and breezy onshore flow begins early Friday as a system moves across Northern California. Precipitation chances begin in far northern California Friday morning, spreading south mainly across the Sierra Nevada and foothills by Friday afternoon. Colder air will drop snow levels quickly Frida...y, decreasing further into Saturday morning. There is a chance snow amounts will increase later this week as we become closer to this event. Along with snow, there is a chance for some thunderstorms Friday afternoon in the Valley and foothills. There may be a brief break in precipitation by Saturday afternoon, before more showers and snow are expected mainly in the Southern Cascades and Sierra Nevada Saturday night into Sunday. Dry weather will be seen again by Monday as high pressure moves back over Northern California. See more

Today and Wednesday, light and variable winds will reduce pollutant dispersion in the region. Furthermore, clear skies and cool temperatures overnight will cause a temperature inversion to develop, trapping pollutants near the ground. These conditions, along with regional pollutant carryover from day to day, will cause particle levels to be high-Moderate on both days. Thursday, calm winds through the morning and midday hours will continue to limit mixing and dispersion. However, light to moderate onshore winds will develop later in the day, bringing cleaner air into the region and leading to Moderate particle levels.

Weather forecast from US National Weather Service Sacramento California: Dry and mild weather expected through Thursday with a pattern change in store for late week. Increasing humidity and breezy onshore flow begins early Friday as a system moves across Northern California. Precipitation chances begin in far northern California Friday morning, spreading south mainly across the Sierra Nevada and foothills by Friday afternoon. Colder air will drop snow levels quickly Friday, d...ecreasing further into Saturday morning. There is a chance snow amounts will increase later this week as we become closer to this event. Along with snow, there is a chance for some thunderstorms Friday afternoon in the Valley and foothills. There may be a brief break in precipitation by Saturday afternoon, before more showers and snow are expected mainly in the Southern Cascades and Sierra Nevada Saturday night into Sunday. Dry weather will be seen again by Monday as high pressure moves back over Northern California. See more

California Statewide Fire Summary November 3, 2020 This morning nearly 4,100 firefighters continue to battle 22 wildfires in California. Yesterday, firefighters responded to 23 new wildfires and quickly contained them. As favorable weather continues, firefighters are strongly working to increase containment lines.... Continued quiet, dry, and mild conditions continue through much of the week. Locally elevated fire weather conditions continue across the southern California mountains through midweek, where local wind gusts to 30 mph and very dry conditions are expected. Areas of coastal fog tonight into Wednesday morning. Significant change in the weather pattern expected Friday and into the weekend. Much cooler temperatures expected statewide by the weekend. Fire weather conditions may become elevated for parts of the state during the windiest conditions on Friday. The forecast for November predicts warmer and drier than average weather across much of California. Many areas in Northern California, as well as the Southern Coast and Los Angeles Basin, will remain at an above normal potential for significant fire. Despite cooler temperatures, fire danger remains elevated due to lack of rainfall and warmer than normal temperatures. CAL FIRE continues to be staffed and prepared for wildfires, and is asking all Californians to do the same. To learn ways to prepare for wildfires, as well as other emergency preparedness tips, visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org.