Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 29 at 1:56AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 28, 2026 - 10:56pm
Expires:
March 29, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
A combination of dry vegetation, relative humidity lowering to
around 20 to 25% and winds gusting to around 15 to 20 mph will
result in increased fire danger today.
Residents and visitors are urged to properly dispose of cigarette
butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate
containers. Additionally, exercise caution if operating any
equipment that could create sparks and keep vehicles off of dry
grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could
easily ignite and spread fire quickly.
Kentucky law prohibits burning in the spring from 6AM to
6PM...February 15th through April 30th.
Area Description:
Greenup; Carter; Boyd; Lawrence
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov