Special Weather Statement issued March 29 at 3:47AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of anomalously warm temperatures, low relative humidity between 30 and 35 percent, dry fuels, and southwesterly gusts of 15-25 mph will result in an increased fire danger risk over the western Piedmont, western Sandhills, and portions of the northeastern Piedmont.
Special Weather Statement issued March 28 at 3:48AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of anomalously warm temperatures, low relative humidity between 25 and 30 percent, dry fuels, and southwesterly gusts of 20-25 mph will result in an increased fire danger risk over central North Carolina through this evening.
Special Weather Statement issued March 27 at 11:12AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of low relative humidity in the mid teens to lower 20s percent and dry fuels will continue the increased fire danger risk over central North Carolina through this evening. While winds are not expected to be strong, occasional gusts of 15 to 20 mph will be possible this afternoon.
Special Weather Statement issued March 27 at 2:59AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of low relative humidity of 18 to 25 percent and dry fuels will continue a risk of adverse fire behavior over central North Carolina through this evening. While winds are not expected to be strong, brief gusts to 15 mph are possible during the afternoon, continuing the enhanced fire danger conditions.
Frost Advisory issued March 26 at 10:49PM EDT until March 27 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 32 to 37 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...The Piedmont, western Sandhills, and northern and central Coastal Plain. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 9 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm or kill sensitive outdoor vegetation or plants if left uncovered.
Special Weather Statement issued March 26 at 3:03AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of low relative humidity of 16 to 24 percent, northwest winds 10 to 15 mph gusting to 20 to 30 mph, and dry fuels, will create a risk of adverse fire behavior over central North Carolina. The strongest winds and driest conditions are expected across the western Carolinas into portions of the Piedmont, where humidity levels could dip to near 15 percent combined with infrequent gusts over 30 mph.
Frost Advisory issued March 26 at 2:46AM EDT until March 27 at 9:00AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
* WHAT...Temperatures as low as 33 will result in frost formation. * WHERE...A portion of central North Carolina. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 9 AM EDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Frost could harm or kill sensitive outdoor vegetation or plants if left uncovered.
Special Weather Statement issued March 25 at 4:00AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of low relative humidity of 20 to 28 percent, wind gusts peaking at 20 to 30 mph later today, and dry fuels in place will create a risk of adverse fire behavior today over central North Carolina. This risk will be highest during the afternoon through early evening. 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.
Special Weather Statement issued March 25 at 12:13PM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of low relative humidity of 20 to 30 percent, wind gusts peaking at 20 to 30 mph, and dry fuels, will create a risk of adverse fire behavior today over central North Carolina. Similar conditions are also expected across central NC on Wednesday. The risks will be highest during the afternoon through early evening. 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.
Special Weather Statement issued March 23 at 3:51AM EDT by NWS Raleigh NC
The combination of low relative humidity of 20 to 25 percent, wind gusts peaking at 15 to 25 mph later today, and dry fuels will create a risk of adverse fire behavior today over portions of central North Carolina, primarily areas west of Highway 1. This risk will be highest during the afternoon through early evening. The North Carolina Forest Service has issued a statewide ban on all open burning, and all burning permits have been cancelled until further notice. Residents with questions can contact their NC Forest Service county ranger or their county fire marshal's office.