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The combination of low relative humidity values of 25 to 30 percent, periodic gusts up to 20 to 30 mph, and dry fuels will lead to an increased fire danger today over northern and western portions of central North Carolina. Dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. People in this area are urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Exercise caution if

Relative humidity as low as 26% is expected across parts of the North Carolina Piedmont this afternoon, along with gusty winds. Local land managers have expressed concerns about the state of fine fuels, which could become quite dry during the afternoon and early evening hours today. Dry fuels, gusty winds, and low RH will all contribute to increased fire danger this afternoon. Fires will catch and spread quickly under these conditions. For most of the affected area, a state burn ban remains in place,

Strong to locally severe thunderstorms are expected across Northern Maine and the Central Highlands mid to late this afternoon. After an initial round of showers for northwestern areas around midday, stronger storms are expected to move into the area from the west around 3PM and move east through the rest of the afternoon. The primary threats from thunderstorms will be strong wind gusts and cloud to ground lightning strikes. Strong thunderstorms can become severe, producing hail, damaging

Gusty west to Northwest winds along with low relative humidity's will allow for elevated fire danger today. Sustained winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts up to 25 mph are expected this afternoon. Minimum RH's along and north of the US 10 corridor should range between 20 to 30 percent as the day progresses. These conditions could lead to rapid spread of fires. Check for restrictions and fire danger before burning. For more information on burning restrictions for Michigan see www.dnr.state.mi.us//.

* WHAT...Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 to 3 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Beaufort Sea Coast. * WHEN...Until 4 AM AKDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult. Areas of blowing snow could reduce visibility to as low as a half mile at times. Slow down and use caution while traveling.

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 5 and 10 inches. * WHERE...Northern El Paso. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 PM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road conditions, especially over Monument Hill. Hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes. Heavy, wet snow could bring down trees and power lines. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 14 inches. * WHERE...Teller County and the Rampart Range including Pikes Peak. * WHEN...From noon today to midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult over mountain passes. Hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. Heavy, wet snow could bring down trees and power lines. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 10 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph. * WHERE...Sangre de Cristo Mountains, and Wet Mountains. * WHEN...From noon today to midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult, especially over La Veta Pass. Heavy, wet snow could bring down trees and power lines. Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...Eastern Sawatch Mountains Above 11000 Feet, Northwestern Fremont County Above 8500 Feet, Western Mosquito Range/East Chaffee County Above 9000 Feet, and Western Mosquito Range/East Lake County Above 11000 Feet. * WHEN...From noon today to 6 PM MDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult.

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 6 inches. * WHERE...Wet Mountain Valley, and Walsenburg Vicinity/Upper Huerfano River Basin Below 7500 Feet. * WHEN...From noon today to midnight MDT Wednesday Night. * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning commutes. Heavy, wet snow could bring down trees and power lines. Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road