Red Flag Warning: Strong Winds and Low Humidity Until 6 PM EST
What’s Happening:
A Red Flag Warning is in effect until 6 PM EST this evening for central and southern Maryland, eastern West Virginia, and northern and central Virginia due to strong winds and low humidity.
Affected Areas:
Central and Southern MarylandEastern West VirginiaNorthern and Central Virginia
What to Expect:
Winds from the northwest at 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph in northern and central Maryland, eastern West Virginia, and northern and northwestern Virginia.Winds from the northwest at 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 40 mph in southern Maryland and the central Virginia piedmont.Relative humidity levels between 15% and 30%, with the lowest values in the north-central Virginia piedmont.Fuel moisture levels around 7% to 8%.
Impacts:
Fires may start and spread quickly under these conditions.Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged.
Safety Tips:
Avoid outdoor burning and any activities that could spark a fire.Be prepared to take action if a fire develops nearby.Stay informed about local fire conditions and alerts.
When to Check Back:
Monitor weather.gov or dailyprogress.com/weather for updates.
This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data.
Source: www.dailyprogress.com
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