…Critical Fire Weather Conditions Possible Sunday Afternoon…
.Breezy southerly winds gusting 20 to 25 mph, low humidity and
warm temperatures in the 70s could lead to critical fire weather
conditions Sunday afternoon and early evening across parts of
northern Wisconsin. Fires could spread quickly in these
conditions. Similar conditions may develop again on Monday as
temperatures climb near or above 80 degrees for some areas.
The National Weather Service in Green Bay has issued a Fire
Weather Watch for gusty winds and low humidity, which is in
effect from Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening.
* AFFECTED AREA…Vilas, Oneida, Forest, Florence, Northern
Marinette County, Lincoln and Langlade.
* TIMING…From Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening.
* WINDS…South 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph.
* RELATIVE HUMIDITY…As low as 20 percent.
* TEMPERATURES…In the mid to upper 70s.
* IMPACTS…Fires will start easily and spread quickly in these
conditions. So outdoor burning should not be attempted. Visit
the Wisconsin DNR website at
apps.dnr.wi.gov/wisburn/#/BurnRestrictions and click on the
appropriate county to view current burning restrictions.