Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued March 29 at 9:45AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 29, 2026 - 6:45am
Expires:
March 29, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
A combination of dry vegetation, relative humidity lowering to
around 20 to 25 percent and winds gusting to around 15 to 25 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.
Ohio law prohibits burning in the spring from 6AM to 6PM...March
1st through May 31th.
Area Description:
Perry; Morgan; Athens; Washington; Jackson; Vinton; Meigs; Gallia; Lawrence
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov