Special Weather Statement until SUN 8:00 PM EDT

What’s Happening:

A fire danger advisory is in effect due to very dry conditions and low humidity levels, expected to persist through this evening.

Affected Areas:

• North Carolina
• South Carolina

What to Expect:

• Relative humidity values between 15% and 25%.
• Light winds between 5 and 10 mph.
• Very dry vegetation contributing to fire risk.

Impacts:

• Increased risk of wildfires.
• Statewide burn bans in effect in North Carolina and South Carolina.
• Fines for open burning until bans are lifted.

Safety Tips:

• Avoid any open burning activities.
• Report any signs of smoke or fire to local authorities immediately.
• Stay informed about local burn bans and fire conditions.

When to Check Back:

Monitor weather.gov or independenttribune.com/weather for updates.

This weather alert was produced with AI assistance using National Weather Service data.