Red flag warning in effect

A red flag warning and wind advisory are in effect through 7 p.m. Sunday.

The warning  means there is a critical fire danger this afternoon as southerly winds develop.

Residents are asked to avoid outdoor burning.

There is a potential of winds from 25 to 28 mph with gusts up to 43 mph. Relative humidity levels will drop to 25 percent, and along with dry fuels and vegetation, it means a danger of fire.

Today’s high will be 76.

Tonight, there is a 40 percent chance of thunderstorms here, after 4 a.m. and before 7 a.m.