Full Notification

Buncombe County is under a open burn ban effective now through Friday morning due to adverse conditions. Winds will begine after lunch today and with low relative humidity fires can spread rapidly. This does not include NC Forest Service issued permits however residents are encouraged to refrain from burning outdoors.

Critically low relative humidity values will develop this
afternoon, ranging from 10% to 25%. Gusty southwest winds will also develop this afternoon, ranging from 15-25 mph east of the mountains and 20-35 mph across the mountains. Low relative humidity, gusty winds, and dry fuels will result in increased fire danger today across western North Carolina and northeast Georgia from noon to 8pm.

Instructions:

Please do not conduct open burning due to atmospheric conditions. Expecting high winds & low relative humidity.