Did you know mowing can start a wildfire? When a mower blade strikes a rock or piece of metal, it can create sparks. During hot, dry, and windy conditions, those sparks can ignite dry grass in seconds and quickly spread into a wildfire. Help create one less spark by mowing responsibly: 🚜 Avoid mowing on hot, dry, or windy days. 🚜 Mow before 10 AM when conditions are cooler. 🚜 Clear rocks and other debris before you begin. 🚜 Keep water and a shovel or fire extinguisher nearby. Make safe choices before you use machinery that can create sparks to help prevent the next wildfire. #OneLessSpark# #ReadyForWildfire# #WildfirePrevention# #CALFIRE# #ProtectCalifornia#

🚩 RED FLAG WARNING 🚩 A Red Flag Warning remains in effect until 6:00 PM today for Interior Humboldt County, Trinity County, and southwestern Siskiyou County. Isolated dry thunderstorms are possible this afternoon, with the potential for gusty, erratic outflow winds up to 30 mph. While confidence in thunderstorm development is low, any fire that starts could spread rapidly under these conditions. Avoid ALL activities that could spark a wildfire and stay alert if you're in or near the warning area. #ReadyForWildfire# #RedFlagWarning# #OneLessSpark# #CAwx# @CALFIRE_HUU @CALFIRESKU @CALFIRESHU

🔥 HOT. DRY. BUSY. All across California, we have been responding to hundreds of wildfires as fire activity continues to increase. From aircraft to crews on the ground, every response is a coordinated effort to keep fires small and protect lives, property, and natural resources. Hot temperatures, dry vegetation, and low humidity mean any new ignition has the potential to spread rapidly. Help reduce the risk: 🔥 Don't park on dry grass. 🚗 Secure trailer chains so they don't drag. 🌾 Don’t mow during the hottest and/or windiest parts of the day. 🏕 Follow local fire restrictions and fully extinguish campfires. 🏡 Prepare your home for wildfire. #ReadyForWildfire# #OneLessSpark# #CALFIRE# #WildfireSafety# #PreventWildfires#

☀️ California, let’s do our part to keep our communities safe this summer. Outdoor cooking is a summer favorite, but grills can quickly become a wildfire risk if they’re not used safely. Place grills well away from homes, decks, fences, and anything that can burn, and never leave them unattended. A few simple precautions can help protect your home, your neighborhood, and California. #CALFIRE# #SummerSafety# #WildfirePrevention# #OneLessSpark# #ReadyForWildfire#