(NWS)–Westerly winds between 15 and 25 mph, with gusts between 30 and 40 mph, are expected from mid to late-morning through afternoon Saturday. Additionally, minimum relative humidity values will decrease to between 20 and 25 percent, with some 15 to 20 percent values possible over the southern NC Piedmont and Sandhills. Increased fire danger will…… read more »
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Increased Fire Danger Saturday
Increased Fire Danger Across Region For Saturday
(GDN) — There’s an increased fire danger in Wayne County and the surrounding area today. The National Weather Service says the combination of frequent wind gusts of 25 mph, low relative humidity values, and drying fine fuels will lead to the increased fire danger Saturday afternoon. Residents are urged to exercise caution when handling any…… read more »
Red Flag Warning Issued For Enhanced Fire Danger
There’s an increased fire danger in Wayne County today. The National Weather Service in Raleigh has issued a Red Flag Warning for elevated fire danger, which will affect the region today from 10 AM until 7 PM. The Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will be shortly. …… read more »
Increased Fire Danger This Afternoon And Evening
According to the National Weather Service, there will be an increased fire danger across the local area today. Winds gusting up to 30 mph later today will bring drier air into the region. The combination of gusty winds, lowering relative humidity, and the lack of rainfall will lead to an increased fire risk in areas…… read more »
