The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag warning for the East Bay Hills, including Berkeley, from Wednesday to Thursday due to extreme fire conditions. - High winds up to 45 mph and low humidity between 12-18% create rapid fire spread risk.
- Residents in high-risk zones (BER-003 through BER-078) should prepare go bags and know evacuation routes. - Officials urge avoiding spark-producing activities and following fire safety tips.
Early evacuation is critical, as emphasized by local officials and a recent study.