03/16/2025
π¨π₯ EXTREME FIRE WEATHER ALERT β PLEASE READ & SHARE! π₯π¨
The Longdale Volunteer Fire Department urges extreme caution as dangerous fire conditions will impact our area this week. Strong winds, dry conditions, and a cold front will create a high risk for wildfires and low visibility for drivers.
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WHEN?
π΄ Monday (Jan. 22): Red Flag Warning β 11 AM - 10 PM
π΄ Tuesday (Jan. 23): Fire Weather Watch β 11 AM - 10 PM
π Wednesday: Near-Critical to Critical Fire Danger
π‘ Thursday - Saturday: Elevated to Near-Critical Fire Danger
π¨ WIND ALERT π¨
π© Monday: SW 15-25 mph, gusts 35-45 mph
π© Tuesday: SW 20-30 mph, gusts 40-50 mph
π© Wednesday: Gusts 40-55 mph (worst case up to 65 mph!)
β οΈ STRONG COLD FRONT TUESDAY NIGHT β οΈ
β’ High winds + wind shift could make fires spread even faster!
β’ Visibility will be low on roads due to blowing dust & smoke.
β’ If a fire starts, it will be difficult to control.
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π₯ FIRE SAFETY TIPS π₯
π« NO Outdoor Burning! β This includes burn piles, campfires, trash burning, and welding outdoors.
π Avoid Parking on Dry Grass β Hot exhaust pipes can ignite dry vegetation.
π Secure Chains on Vehicles & Trailers β Dragging chains create sparks that can start fires.
π No Tossing Ci******es β Dispose of them properly in an ashtray.
π‘ Protect Your Home β Remove dry leaves and brush around your property.
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π DRIVING SAFETY IN SMOKE OR BLOWING DUST π
π‘ Use Low Beam Headlights & Hazard Lights β High beams reflect off smoke and reduce visibility.
π’ Slow Down & Increase Following Distance β Sudden stops may not be visible to drivers behind you.
π« DO NOT Stop in the Roadway β If you must pull over, use the right shoulder, away from traffic.
π¬οΈ Be Aware of Wind Gusts β Strong winds can push vehicles, especially high-profile trucks.
π’ Stay Updated on Road Conditions β Check traffic reports and detours.
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π¨ STAY ALERT & REPORT FIRES IMMEDIATELY! π¨
π Call 911 if you see smoke or flames.
π’ Help us spread the word! SHARE this post to keep Longdale safe! π₯
π¨βπ Letβs work together to prevent wildfires! How are you preparing for the fire danger this week? Let us know in the comments! β¬οΈβ¬οΈ