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Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC
121 AM EST Sat Nov 9 2024


VAZ507-508-091800-
Northern Virginia Blue Ridge-Central Virginia Blue Ridge-
Including the cities of Big Meadows and Wintergreen
121 AM EST Sat Nov 9 2024

...ELEVATED FIRE DANGER THROUGH MIDDAY ACROSS THE CENTRAL AND
NORTHERN VIRGINIA BLUE RIDGE MOUNTAINS...

Elevated potential for the rapid spread of fire is expected
through midday due to the combination of dry conditions and gusty
winds. Relative humidity values drop to around 15 to 25 percent, 
along with sustained northerly around 10 to 15 mph and gusts to 
around 20 mph. This will result in the rapid drying of fine fuels
like grass, leaves, and small shrubs.

Residents and visitors are urged to exercise caution if handling
open flames or equipment that create sparks. Also, dispose of
cigarette butts, matches, and other flammable items in appropriate
containers. Keep vehicles off of dry grass and obey local burn
bans. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could
easily ignite and spread a fire quickly.

For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and
wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state's 
forestry or environmental protection website.

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