Special Weather Statement issued December 7 at 2:07PM EST by NWS Raleigh NC

Very dry air will continue to be across the region on Sunday, with
relative humidity as low as the upper 20s during the late morning
and afternoon. Coordination with land managers and forestry
officials also note an uptick in observed fires over portions of
the northwest Piedmont and Foothills of North Carolina. Combined
with southwest winds gusting up to 20 mph at times will be
conducive for the formation and spread of fires.

After coordination with local land managers and forestry
officials, an Increased Fire Danger Statement has been issued.
Consult your local burn- permitting authority to determine whether
you may burn outdoors. If you do burn, exercise extreme caution.