Elevated Fire Risk Hits Eastern North Carolina Through Friday
• Elevated fire risk in Eastern North Carolina through Friday due to dry air and gusty winds.
• Relative humidity expected to drop to 20-30%, with wind gusts up to 20 mph, increasing fire danger.
• Residents advised to avoid outdoor burning and secure loose debris to prevent wildfires.
Dry air and winds raise fire risk
Eastern North Carolina faces elevated fire risk through Friday due to dry air and gusty winds. The National Weather Service warns residents to take fire prevention precautions. Low relative humidity, between 20% and 30%, increases fire ignition and spread.
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