Special Weather Statement issued March 28 at 8:33AM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA

The combination of dry fuels, S-SW winds of 10 to 15 mph gusting
to around 20 to 25 mph this afternoon, and relative humidity
values dropping to 25 to 30% will result in an increased fire
danger threat for northeastern North Carolina.

The North Carolina Forest Service has issued a statewide ban on
all open burning until further notice, and all burning permits
have been cancelled. Residents with questions can contact their NC
Forest Service county ranger or their county fire marshal’s
office.