Special Weather Statement North Carolina | Effective 03/27/2026 23:20

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued March 28 at 2:20AM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
March 27, 2026 - 11:20pm
Expires: 
March 28, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
The combination of breezy northerly winds gusting as high as 25 to 30 mph, ongoing drought, and relative humidity values in the 25 to 30 percent range will lead to an increased fire danger for portions of Eastern North Carolina today. Outdoor burning is discouraged. Please refer to your local burn permitting authority on whether you can burn. If you do burn, use extreme caution and ensure fire suppression equipment is readily available.
Area Description: 
Pitt; Greene; Beaufort; Duplin; Lenoir; Jones; Pamlico; Northern Craven; Southern Craven; West Carteret; Inland Onslow; Coastal Onslow
Forcast Office: 
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov