Significant Fire Threat Ongoing

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Fire Threat High Across The Entire Region...

     Although there is no red flag warning issued by the National Weather Service at this time, it is strongly recommended not to do any open burning. Criteria at this time is actually being met across the entire region, for a Red Flag Warning. Winds are a bit stronger then expected, and temperatures are a tad higher then forecast. This is resulting in continued very dry conditions with relative humidity's averaging in the 20-25% range with some isolated areas in the 10-15% range. This is extremely dry, and with conditions like this the past couple days, all fine fuels, such as brush, and grass are extremely dry, and vulnerable to fire. Winds at this time are meeting Red Flag Warning criteria with sustained speeds of 12-17MPH with gusts up to 25MPH. Some isolated gusts of up to 30MPH is possible into early this evening.
     If a fire were to develop it will rapidly get out of your control. It will only take a few seconds from the time you start the fire to getting out of control. The wind will easily sweep flames and embers to other dry areas. Once again it is strongly recommended not to participate in any outdoor burning. If you have any questions or wish to see if you can obtain a burning permit, contact your local fire warden, or fire officials, and they will make the choice. Stay tuned for any updates.