There is an increased risk for rapid fire spread this afternoon
across portions of central Delaware. Minimum relative humidity
values will be around 30 percent combined with northwest winds 15
to 20 mph with 30 to 35 mph gusts. These conditions, along with
the continued drying of fine fuels, could support the rapid spread
of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to
control. Winds will diminish fairly rapidly by early this
evening.
Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Be sure to properly
extinguish or dispose of any potential ignition sources, including
smoking materials such as cigarette butts.
