Full Notification

BUNCOMBE COUNTY & STATEWIDE OPEN BURNING BANS IN EFFECT

RED FLAG WARNING FOR WIND AND LOW HUMIDITY ACROSS THE AREA TODAY

Relative humidity values below 20 percent are expected across most of the region today. Winds associated with a dry cold front will increase and become gusty with gusts from 30 to 35 mph across most of the area. Counties along the TN/NC border are not included as fuel moisture and relative humidity values are higher across these locations.
WINDS: West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 45 mph.
HUMIDITY: 15 to 20 percent.
IMPACTS: Any fire that develops will catch and spread  quickly.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will develop shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Instructions:

Local & Statewide open burning bans are in effect. No matter how small the fire including in pits or barrels it can quickly become uncontrolled and spread. Be cautious with all outdoor heat sources and dispose if cigarette butts appropriately.
Local resources are still assisting in Polk County on several uncontained fires which started days ago. Please DO NOT ADD to the situation.