Expires:202411162300;Remove:202411162300;124830 WWUS81 KALY 160837 SPSALY Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Albany NY 337 AM EST Sat Nov 16 2024 NYZ041>043-050-083-084-162300- Northern Saratoga-Northern Warren-Northern Washington- Southern Saratoga-Southeast Warren-Southern Washington- 337 AM EST Sat Nov 16 2024 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD TODAY... The combination of prolonged dry weather, northwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 20 mph, relative humidity values between 20 and 25 percent and dry fuels will contribute to an elevated risk of fire spread today for portions of eastern New York, including the upper Hudson Valley, and the Lake George Saratoga region. An emergency statewide burn ban is in effect until November 30th for New York. No burn permits will be issued at this time. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery or matches, and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose cigarette butts. $$