The following message is forwarded from Marin Professional Firefighters, IAFF Local 1775:
Marin Residents:
There is a large fire burning in Butte County, CA near the Town of Paradise. (18,000+ Acres). There is a large amount of Drift Smoke pushing across the Bay Area due to the North-East (hot, dry) winds Please do Not call 9-1-1 unless you see Fire/Flames, a new column of smoke, or are experiencing health issues as a result of the air quality.
Local conditions in Marin include a Red Flag Warning and Local Firefighters are heading to assist.
Please stay safe, be prepared, and follow directions if we have any local events.
For information on the fire:
http://www.fire.ca.gov/current_incidents/incidentdetails/Index/2277?fbclid=IwAR0I3_41C7dSSjYjo2D6aGrPFU1y2PSzO1Y12zJizqCQxPvuHnfUC-uFNC4
