Your home’s best defense against wildfire begins in your yard, starting with Zone Zero. This zone refers to the first 5 feet around your home, & it’s one of the most critical areas to maintain when it comes to wildfire protection. sccfd.org/rsg & preparescc.org/wildfire

⚠️Gusty winds and lower humidity will lead to another day of Elevated Fire Weather Concerns across the Bay Area Today. Time of greatest concern will be this afternoon into this evening. #cawx #OneLessSpark

A general warming trend is anticipated late this week and thru the weekend. Some parts of the interior have at least a 70% chance to see high temperatures between 90F and 100F on Friday & Saturday. Be sure to hydrate, stay cool, and check the backseat! #cawx

Temperatures have been relatively cool for most of the summer thus far. However, gradual warming through the remainder of this week into next week will contribute to increased fire weather concerns. We've seen an increase in fire starts recently, so be careful out there! #CAwx

During a heat wave, practice heat safety wherever you are. Heat related deaths and illnesses are preventable! National Integrated Heat Health Information System weather.gov/heat

Las temperaturas cálidas pueden aumentar rápidamente a niveles peligrosos - especialmente en el verano y en autos estacionados. Manténgase #ListoMeteorológicamente y no subestime el calor #NIHHIS National Integrated Heat Health Information System weather.gov/heat

Firefighters are battling a 2 acre fire near W San Martin Ave X Sunshine St in San Martin (Santa Clara County). One structure is threatened. #MartinFire #CALFIRESCU

#MartinFire [update] W San Martin Ave X Sunshine St, San Martin (Santa Clara County) now 6 acres & 40% contained. Threat to structures has been mitigated & all aircraft have been released. Ground resources continue making good progress reinforcing containment lines. #CALFIRESCU

#MartinFire [final] W San Martin Ave X Sunshine St, San Martin (Santa Clara County) now 100% contained at 6 acres. Great job to all responding agencies for your hard work in containing this fire quickly. #CALFIRESCU Assisting agencies: Gilroy FD Santa Clara County Fire SantaClaraCoSheriff Pacific Gas & Electric

With a number of new fire starts within the Bay Area and Central Coast over the last week, it's important to remember that many things can spark a wildfire. Keep ignition sources away from dry fuels, and always follow local burn bans. weather.gov/safety/wildfir… #OneLessSpark

It's gonna be a hot one away from the coast and bays today. Here's a peak at some of the hottest temperatures as of 12:30 PM. A few spots are on their way to breaking 100°F. If you're planning on being outside and in the heat: stay hydrated, wear sunscreen, take breaks. #cawx

Temperatures are expected to cool throughout this week with below normal temperatures returning for locations within the marine layer. #CAwx

Air Quality Advisory: Smoke from the Gifford Fire is expected to impact air quality in the Bay Area on Tuesday. Check fire.airnow.gov and take steps to avoid exposure. Learn how at baaqmd.gov/wildfiresafety.

Remember to NEVER leave children, the elderly, or pets in a parked vehicle unattended. #CAwx #BayAreaWX

Seconds can make a difference in the event of an earthquake. Download the MyShake App to receive warning of an earthquake before you feel shaking. Remember - Drop, Cover and Hold On. #Earthquake #MyShakeApp #DropCoverHoldOn