Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 9 at 11:37AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 9, 2026 - 8:37am
Expires:
April 9, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
There is increased risk for fire weather this afternoon and
evening with relative humidity values between 20 and 30 percent
and wind gusts between 15 and 20 mph.
Please be mindful of open burning, cigarettes, and any machinery
that may throw sparks as these can all start a wildfire very
efficiently in these dry and breezy conditions. Please adhere to
any local burn laws that may be in effect for your area.
Area Description:
Perry; Morgan; Athens; Washington; Jackson; Vinton; Meigs; Gallia; Lawrence; Cabell; Mason; Jackson; Wood; Pleasants; Tyler; Roane; Wirt; Calhoun; Ritchie; Doddridge; Gilmer; Lewis; Harrison
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov