fire weather watch

A Fire Weather Watch is one level below a warning, but fire danger is still high. The type of weather patterns that can cause a watch or warning include low relative humidity, strong winds, dry fuels, the possibility of dry lightning strikes, or any combination of the above.

When is a fire watch required? OSHA requires employers to post a fire watch during hot work if any of the following conditions are present (1915.504(b)): 1. Slag, weld splatter, or sparks which might pass through an opening and cause a fire.

-Extinguish all outdoor fires properly. Drown fires with plenty of water and stir to make sure everything is cold to the touch. Dunk charcoal in water until

This forecast projected above-normal wildfire risk for much of California, Oregon, Washington, Nevada, and the southwestern United States