SSF Fire Department

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[SSF Fire Department @SSFFire]

Hey @CityofSSF San Mateo County's draft Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) is open for public comment. Tell us, what's the biggest hazard risk where you live?

- Public comment period: May 15 to June 15
- Read the draft plan and submit feedback: https://t.co/YhzTUOSKq5

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

🚩Going out to the beach for some early morning exercise? Continue to use caution around the ocean as there remains a risk for sneaker waves. Remember: never turn your back on the ocean!🚩#CAwx

[South San Francisco @CityofSSF]

As part of South San Francisco’s America 250 celebration, the City’s iconic Sign Hill letters will receive special temporary red, white, and blue paint beginning June 2. Thanks to Genentech for their generous support; this work is part of their own 50th anniversary celebration and longstanding connection to South San Francisco, the “Birthplace of Biotechnology.” Learn more at https://t.co/Ahib1YKlG6

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

🌧️Chances for rain continue for the next couple of days. Scattered showers are possible near interior mountains today before more widespread showers develop tonight through Thursday, particularly across the Central Coast. #CAwx

[NWS Sacramento @NWSSacramento]

A Red Flag Warning has been issued for the Valley and Delta area from 5 AM Saturday to 8 PM Monday for the combination of low humidity and gusty winds.

Please review the warning for more details and exercise caution for those with plans over the next several days! #CAwx

[California Governor's Office of Emergency Services @Cal_OES]

@Cal_OES is prepositioning firefighting personnel and equipment in advance of forecasted fire weather conditions in Los Angeles and Santa Barbara Counties. Beginning Friday morning and lasting through the weekend, this proactive approach has proven to be a critical component of California’s wildfire response strategy, reducing response times and containing fires before they escalate into major incidents.

For more information follow the link: https://t.co/XxL9JXSxJ9

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

Strong Wind Gusts This Weekend 🌬️
🚩 What: W-NW gusts of 25-35 mph (valleys) & 35-50 mph (coast/ridges).
⏰ When: Now through Monday morning. Strongest Sat & Sun.
⚠️ Impacts: Difficult driving for high-profile vehicles, falling branches, & isolated power outages. #CAwx #BayAreaWX

[NWS Sacramento @NWSSacramento]

Critical fire weather conditions are expected over the weekend into Monday, with gusty winds & low humidity. Make sure to practice fire safety: Avoid outdoor burning. Avoid using equipment that creates sparks. Make sure no vehicle parts drag . Do not park over dry grass. #CAwx

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

Widespread gale force winds across the coastal waters and south SF bay are forecast through the weekend resulting in dangerous marine conditions for mariners and small crafts. If heading out to the coast this weekend, make sure to stay weather and marine aware! 🌬️🌊 #CAwx

[Bay Area Air Quality @AirDistrict]

Today, 5/11, Bay Area air quality is expected to be Moderate in all regions. Tomorrow, 5/12, air quality is expected to be Good in all regions.

See the forecast at: https://t.co/O86XNIDfnW.

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

24-hour rain totals as of 5 AM:

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

Radar Update [1:55 PM] - Healdsburg is officially seeing rain! ☔️ Our wx spotters on the ground have confirmed showers moving through. Radar shows the North Bay is currently the target for RA, so keep those wipers on and take it slow on the roads. 🌧️🚙 #NorthBay #CAwx #Healdsburg

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

Highs today and for the weekend will be a little on the cool side. Expect a mix of sun and clouds today and Sunday with cloudier skies on Saturday. There's also an increased chance for light rain/drizzle along the Pacific coast this morning and the weekend. #CAwx

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

⚡️ Active 24 hours for NorCal! ⚡️

NWS tracked 11,705 total lightning strikes across the region yesterday, w/ over 1,400 striking the ground.

📍 Heavy activity: Central Valley into the Sierra Foothills.
🚨 Notable: Confirmed funnel cloud near Milpitas yesterday!

🌩️🌉 #CAwx

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

📡Radar Update [4:00am] - Light to moderate rain has begun to fill in out ahead of a boundary that will reach San Francisco ~5am, expect .05"-.15" of rainfall before it moves into the East Bay around 6am. Slow down and be prepared for slick roads and ponding water. #CAwx

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

Good Morning! ☕️ Who enjoyed the rain? 🙋

Wondering how much rain actually hit your roof over the last 36 hours? ☔️ 📈

Preliminary totals are in for the Bay Area and Central Coast! See the big winners here:

🔗 https://t.co/pel7NvQvxk

#CAwx #BayArea #Rainfall

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

📡Radar Update [11:15 AM] - We've had a few showers, but where is the steadier rainfall? It's coming. Here's the latest radar loop showing heavier rain lurking over the coastal waters moving east. #cawx

[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

📡Radar Update [6:15 AM] - Rain is on the way. Already tipping some buckets over N Sonoma this morning. May need a 🧥and ☂️ for the lunch hour and evening commute. #cawx

[California Governor's Office of Emergency Services @Cal_OES]

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[NWS Bay Area 🌉 @NWSBayArea]

Enjoy the weekend warmth! ☀️ Highs reach the 70s and low 80s this Saturday. 📈

Don't get too comfortable, though—unsettled weather returns late Sunday through Tuesday with widespread rain chances (up to 75%) and much cooler temps. 🌧️📉 #CAwx #BayAreaWX