Montague Fire Department

First Red Flag Warning of the year for our office. Thunderstorms on dry vegetation expected portions of the forecast area (in pink) Friday PM. Be prepared. Av...erage first Red Flag Warning issuance is June 11 in past 10 years. Earliest first Red Flag--May 5. Latest first Red Flag--Aug 1. #orwx #cawx We should note the absolute earliest past 10yrs was technically Jan 23rd 2014. Didn't include in above average statistic because of it being strong outlier and shifting the average a lot, but it's worth mentioning for historical context. If you recall, some area ski resorts never opened that winter because of lack of snow.

We had three record high temps yesterday, April 29 All three were for our climate sites in N. Cal.

A dry cold front will brush by the forecast area today, bringing gusty winds. In addition, afternoon humidity will be low, and vegetation is much drier than normal for mid-April. Therefore, there are some fire weather concerns today, especially east of the Cascades. #ORwx #CAwx

High temperatures this weekend will be in the upper 70s to low 80s but river temperatures will be near 50. Cold water shock and hypothermia catch people off guard every year so please use caution if you plan on spending time in and around rivers this weekend.

Today we were dispatched to Grenada for a working structure fire. Our engine was the first unit at scene and established command. Then along with CAL FIRE made a good stop. Mayten and Gazel Fire departments also responded.

Cold front approaches today, winds will increase significantly, and temperatures will trend much colder on Monday. #orwx #cawx

A strong front will bring gust winds beginning late Monday night through at least Tuesday night to the typical windy locations. High Wind Watches are in place f...or the Coast and portions of the East Side, including the Summer Lake & Paisley area. Power outages and downed trees will be possible and travel will be difficult for high profile vehicles. Winds will stay high for at least twenty four hours, possible as long as forty eight hours. See more

Early this morning we were dispatched as mutual aid to assist Yreka City Fire with this incident. Our prayers go out their families.

A strong front will bring gusty winds this morning and afternoon to the typical windy locations. Wind Advisories are in place for the Shasta Valley and portions... of the East Side, including the Summer Lake & Paisley area. Isolated power outages and downed trees are possible today and travel will be difficult for high profile vehicles. Winds will diminish this evening, but another strong front is expected Thursday night into Friday.

TICKET SALES TONIGHT!!! We are a little late in getting started tonight because of a couple fires we had to responded to in the Yreka area. We are leaving now and will be out and about!!!

TICKET SALES TONIGHT!!! We are finally out and about selling tickets door to door. We are starting on the westside of the city tonight!! Be on the lookout!!! We are wearing mask for your safety and ours. We are driving around in the engines and will have some lights on. No need to be alarmed. Thank everyone for your continued support.

Last night we were dispatched to assist with a working structure fire in Lake Shastina. Multiple units were involved and many surrounding departments responded to bring the fire under control. We pray that the families involved are able to recover and have an enjoyable holiday season despite the loss.