The combination of dry fuels, variable wind directions, gusts
around 20 to 25 mph this afternoon, and relative humidity values
dropping to around 25 percent will result in increased fire danger
threat for much of eastern North Carolina today.
The North Carolina Forest Service has issued a statewide ban on
all open burning and has cancelled all burning permits until
further notice. The NC Forest Service will continue to monitor
conditions. Residents with questions can contact their NC Forest
Service county ranger or their county fire marshal’s office.