ELEVATED FIRE DANGER TODAY - Humidity 15-30% & wind gusts 15-25 mph. Wildfires easily start & spread. State burn laws are in effect. 
ELEVATED FIRE WEATHER DANGER TODAY
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.
- BURNING SEASON GUIDELINES NOW IN EFFECT
- Burning season dates: March 1 – May 31 and October 1 – December 31
- Burning is prohibited during burning season from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- If burning has occurred during permitted hours (5 p.m. to 7 a.m.), the fire must be completely extinguished by 7 a.m.
Address/Location
Upshur County DHSEM
181 Pallottine Dr
Buckhannon, WV 26201
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 304-472-4983