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NWS Issues Fire Weather Warning Till 6pm Today

November 1st, 2024 by WCBC Radio

The National Weather Service in Baltimore MD/Washington has issued a Red Flag Warning for low humidities and gusty winds which is in effect until 6 PM EDT this evening.

* TIMING…Until 6 PM EDT this evening.

* WINDS…West 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

* RELATIVE HUMIDITY…As low as 24 percent.

* IMPACTS…The combination of dry conditions, low humidity, and strong gusty winds may result in favorable conditions for the rapid spread of fires

* FUEL MOISTURE…Less than 10 percent. Information: A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.