Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 6 at 8:11PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 6, 2026 - 5:11pm
Expires:
June 7, 2026 - 3:00am
Description:
Dry, hot, and breezy conditions are expected Sunday. The ongoing
drought has led to abnormally dry dead surface fuels across the
region. Min RH values of 25 to 35%, wind gusts to around 20 mph,
and afternoon high temperatures in the low to mid 90s ahead of a
cold front will lead to increased fire danger from mid morning
through early evening Sunday.
Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential
ignition source...including machinery... cigarettes...and matches.
Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses
and tree litter that ignite will have the potential to spread
quickly.
Area Description:
Hertford; Gates; Pasquotank; Camden; Western Currituck; Bertie; Chowan; Perquimans; Eastern Currituck
Forcast Office:
NWS Wakefield VA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov