March 26th, 2025 by WCBC Radio

The National Weather Service in has issued a Red Flag Warning for very dry and gusty northwest winds, which is in effect from 11 AM this morning to 7 PM this evening. The Fire Weather Watch is no longer in effect. Northwest 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph and relative humidity as low as 18 to 22 percent. Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

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.