With our first Atmospheric River on the way this week, we encourage you to take time to prepare for the rainy season ahead. If your property has a history of flooding, please don’t wait for a storm to prepare sandbags. Sandbags can be prepared and kept on hand throughout the winter. Free sandbags are now … Continued
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning that includes the City of Sonoma and the entire Sonoma Valley due to an offshore wind pattern that will bring strong wind gusts and dry conditions that will increase fire risk and may lead to unplanned power outages. Red Flag Warning Details: ⏰ When: Tuesday, … Continued
Residents of the City of Sonoma may notice smoke on Wednesday, October 23, due to a planned prescribed burn at Tolay Lake Regional Park, approximately 10 miles southwest of Sonoma Plaza. Sonoma County Regional Parks is conducting this controlled burn in partnership with the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (FIGR) and CAL FIRE. Fire crews … Continued
The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning and Wind Advisory that includes the City of Sonoma and the entire Sonoma Valley. Although the Wind Advisory primarily affects the hills and mountains around us, all residents must stay vigilant, as strong winds and dry conditions increase fire risk and may lead to unplanned … Continued
The Heat Advisory and County Health Advisory that have been in place this week have been extended through Sunday. Additionally, county cooling center operations have been extended through Saturday evening. While no current Fire Weather Warnings or Red Flag Warnings are expected in our region, the elevated fire risk due to ongoing weather conditions remains … Continued
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Sonoma. It is in effect from Monday, 11 a.m. through Wednesday, 11 p.m., as temperatures rise above seasonal averages. While other parts of the Bay Area and Sonoma County are now under a more severe Heat Warning, the City of Sonoma remains under the lower-tier … Continued
Update: The National Weather Service extended the Excessive Heat Warning through Wednesday, July 10th, and the Red Flag Warning through Saturday, July 6th. The Sonoma County Health Officer has also extended thier Heath Advisory through Tuesday, July 9th. As a result of the extended heat event, some of the locations listed below as “Cool Places … Continued
The County of Sonoma has created official evacuation zone maps, encompassing the City of Sonoma and the incorporated areas of Sonoma Valley, to ensure residents are prepared for emergencies requiring evacuation. Previously, evacuation zones varied by incident. Now, these zones will remain consistent, and residents are encouraged to familiarize themselves with their specific zones and … Continued
Summer weather has arrived in Sonoma, and our region has already experienced a couple of mild heatwaves. While Sonoma is relatively accustomed to periods of 90-100-degree days in the summer, California is facing more frequent episodes of extreme heat, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses for everyone. It’s essential to remain vigilant and take necessary … Continued
Temperatures are rising, grasses are drying, and fire season is near – it’s time to take measures to create defensible space around your home by managing vegetation. Proper Vegetation Management and Weed Abatement play a critical role in reducing potential fire hazards. The Sonoma Valley Fire District’s (SVFD) Annual Weed Abatement Program is in full swing … Continued
