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NORTH BAY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties that people are talking about today:
The quake hit at 8:59 a.m. near Calistoga in Napa Valley.
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Red Flag Warning Issued For Marin County
Due to hot and dry conditions, a red flag warning is in effect for Marin and the North Bay hills from 9 p.m. Thursday to 8 a.m. Saturday.
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Another 'Spare The Air' Alert Issued For Friday Amid Bay Area Heat Wave
An excessive amount of smog is once again expected in the region, air quality officials said.
Smoke Visible In Marin Not Due To Fire In Area: Officials
Fire officials said residents and visitors will smell smoke from fires burning throughout the region.
Novato Schools Closing Early Friday Due To Heat Wave
Novato Unified School District's elementary and secondary schools will dismiss students early Friday.
Hundreds Without Power In San Rafael
PG&E is investigating the cause of the outage.
Cops: Dixon Man Arrested For Threats, False Imprisonment Of Roommates
The man's roommates called 911 while barricaded inside their residence, Solano County sheriff's officials said.
Bikini Model, Term 'Midget' Axed From Dixon Fairgrounds Billboard After Complaints
Dixon May Fair officials cite complaints about "objectionable content."
Crash Into Power Pole Near Yountville Closes Roadway
The crash, which sparked a fire, has closed the roadway for several hours, the Napa County Sheriff's Office advised.
Napa Co. Woman Dies In Hwy 29 Crash
The woman was pronounced deceased at the scene of the collision, authorities said.
Earthquake Near Calistoga Shakes North Bay
Did YOU feel the temblor recorded at 8:59 a.m.?
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