Point Reyes National Seashore Superintendent Don Neubacher stated that today is a Red Flag Fire Alert day within the Seashore due to the potential high fire danger. Superintendent Neubacher explained, "Seashore staff has gained a heightened awareness of the impact of a major uncontrolled wildfire."
A Red Flag Fire Alert is defined by the National Weather Service and has a number of variables related to fire weather and predicted weather conditions for the day. Several steps of action will occur within the Seashore boundaries:
no wood or charcoal fires will be allowed on beaches or in picnic areas;
all previously issued fire permits become null and void;
smoking will be prohibited on park trails; and
Mount Vision Road will be closed to all vehicle traffic.
Red Flag Fire Alerts are issued on a daily basis, since fire weather can change from day to day.
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