Category: Public Safety News

10/28/19, 5 PM: Red Flag Warning & Power Shutoff Updates

10/28 at 5 PM:  The National Weather Service has issued a new Red Flag Warning for 8 AM Tuesday 10/29 through 4 PM Wednesday 10/30 that includes all of Sonoma County.  A Red Flag Warning is issued for weather events which may result in extreme fire behavior. As of 4 PM today, our area is … Continued

10/27, 3:00 PM – PSPS/Wind Advisory/Red Flag Update

10/27, 3:00 PM – The National Weather Service issued a Red Flag Warning for Sonoma County in effect from 8:00 PM Saturday, October, 26th to 11:00 AM, Monday, October 28th due to dangerously strong winds. Extreme fire conditions are in effect with strong north to northeast winds and low humidity through much of Sunday, Oct. … Continued

Communication Tools & Tips in a Power Outage

10/26/19:  As of this evening, almost all of the City of Sonoma continues to have power.  However, several areas of Sonoma Valley have been de-energized, and the predicted high wind conditions over the next 24-36 hours may result in unplanned power outages.  Because potential disruptions to electricity, internet service, or cell service can impact the … Continued

Plaza Park Closed on Sunday; Businesses Remain Open

Based on high winds forecasted, the Sonoma Plaza Park will be closed on Sunday, October 27. Signage will be posted at the park on late Saturday afternoon. The City Hall driveway will also be closed on Sunday, and the Sonoma County transit bus stop will relocate from the driveway to Napa Street directly in front … Continued

Smoke Health Advisory from Sonoma County Health Services

Sonoma County Department of Health Services has issued a Smoke Health Advisory due to the Kincade Fire. They advise that there may be parts of northern Sonoma County where air quality conditions are unhealthy. Changing wind patterns and pending fire conditions are making air quality unpredictable. This health advisory will remain in effect until the … Continued

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