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Central N. Carolina Warnings, Watches, And Advisories Special Weather Statement
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Special Weather Statement
In effect:
Monday, Apr 20 2026 4:08 AM EDT – Monday, Apr 20 2026 8:00 PM EDT
Issued by NWS Raleigh NC
INCREASED FIRE DANGER TODAY THROUGHOUT CENTRAL NORTH CAROLINA
Very dry air will remain, with relative humidity values likely to
decrease to minimums of 15 to 25 percent through this afternoon.
Additionally, westerly to northwesterly winds surrounding an
approaching, moisture-starved cold front will strengthen and
frequently gust between 20 and 30 mph, with infrequent gusts to
around 35 mph especially over the northern Piedmont and northern
Coastal Plain. An increased risk of wildfires and fire spread will
result.
Dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily
ignite and spread fire quickly. Residents and visitors are urged
to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other
flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise
caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and
keep vehicles off of dry leaves and grass.
A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service
is currently in place. Open burning of any kind is illegal.
decrease to minimums of 15 to 25 percent through this afternoon.
Additionally, westerly to northwesterly winds surrounding an
approaching, moisture-starved cold front will strengthen and
frequently gust between 20 and 30 mph, with infrequent gusts to
around 35 mph especially over the northern Piedmont and northern
Coastal Plain. An increased risk of wildfires and fire spread will
result.
Dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily
ignite and spread fire quickly. Residents and visitors are urged
to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other
flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally, exercise
caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks, and
keep vehicles off of dry leaves and grass.
A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service
is currently in place. Open burning of any kind is illegal.
Areas Impacted:
Person
Granville
Vance
Warren
Halifax
Forsyth
Guilford
Alamance
Orange
Durham
Franklin
Nash
Edgecombe
Davidson
Randolph
Chatham
Wake
Johnston
Wilson
Stanly
Montgomery
Moore
Lee
Harnett
Wayne
Anson
Richmond
Scotland
Hoke
Cumberland
Sampson