Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued June 7 at 2:10PM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 7, 2026 - 11:10am
Expires:
June 7, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
The combination of extremely dry fine fuels as per state fire
officials, combined with low relative humidity and gusty
southwest winds, will lead to an enhanced fire danger Sunday
afternoon, especially away from the immediate coast. Relative
humidity values are expected to fall into the low and mid 30s
away from the coast with southwest winds gusting 15 to 20 mph.
Instruction:
Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether
you can burn in your county or town. If you do, you are advised
to use extreme caution and have fire suppression equipment
readily available. People area also urged to properly dispose of
cigarette butts, matches, and any other flammable items in
appropriate containers.
Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether
you can burn. If you do, you are advised to use extreme caution.
Area Description:
Robeson; Bladen; Columbus; Inland Pender; Coastal Pender; Inland New Hanover; Coastal New Hanover; Inland Brunswick; Coastal Brunswick
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC