Bay Area heat wave and fire weather threat

The Bay Area is experiencing a multi-day heat event with temperatures rising from comfortable levels mid-week into the 90s and low 100s by the weekend, with elevated fire weather concerns in interior regions. The National Weather Service is tracking the progression of hot and dry conditions through early next week.

This is a long-running storyline that has developed over 21 days. The homepage highlights its most recent activity, so the outlet count there reflects the latest wave. The totals above cover the full run.