Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 10 at 8:05AM EDT by NWS Charleston WV
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 10, 2026 - 5:05am
Expires:
April 10, 2026 - 8:00am
Description:
...HERE IS A FIRE WEATHER STATEMENT ISSUED IN COORDINATION WITH
THE WEST VIRGINIA DIVISION OF FORESTRY...
There is increased risk for fire weather this afternoon and
evening with relative humidity values between 15 and 30 percent
and wind gusts between 15 and 25 mph. Wildfires can easily start
and spread in these conditions.
Please be mindful of any open burning, machinery that may throw
sparks, and properly dispose of cigarettes. These factors can all
lead to ignition and spread of wildfires. Please adhere to any
local burn laws that may be in effect for your area.
Area Description:
Wayne; Cabell; Mason; Jackson; Wood; Pleasants; Tyler; Lincoln; Putnam; Kanawha; Roane; Wirt; Calhoun; Ritchie; Doddridge; Mingo; Logan; Boone; Clay; Braxton; Gilmer; Lewis; Harrison; Taylor; McDowell; Wyoming; Upshur; Barbour; Northwest Raleigh; Southeast Raleigh; Northwest Fayette; Southeast Fayette; Northwest Nicholas; Southeast Nicholas; Northwest Webster; Southeast Webster; Northwest Pocahontas; Southeast Pocahontas; Northwest Randolph; Southeast Randolph
Forcast Office:
NWS Charleston WV
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov