Special Weather Statement issued March 27 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS State College PA

A combination of dry and breezy conditions this afternoon
will create an elevated risk of wildfire spread across all of
Central Pennsylvania, including the Northern and Western Mountains
and Susquehanna Valley.

Minimum relative humidity today will range from 20 to 25 percent
across much of the Central Ridge and Valley Region of the state
with some places across South Central PA dipping into the upper
teens (%). Across the Northern and Western Mountains of the
state, Min RHs will be in the upper 20s to around 30 percent.

Westerly wind will increase and gust between 20 and 25 mph this
afternoon.

Residents are urged to exercise caution if handling any potential
ignition sources, such as machinery, cigarettes, or matches.
If dry grasses and tree litter begin to burn, the fire will have
the potential to spread rapidly.

For more information about wildfire danger and wildfire
prevention and education, please visit the Pennsylvania Department
of Conservation and Natural Resources website at
http://dcnr.pa.gov/Communities/Wildfire.