Special Weather Statement North Carolina, Tennessee | Effective 03/27/2026 10:53

Fire weather concerns will be increased on Saturday due to a very dry airmass and breezy north winds behind a cold front. Relative humidity values are expected to drop into the teens and lower 20s across the whole region. Valley winds will gust up to 20 mph or more, with wind gusts up to 30 mph across the highest elevations of the east TN mountains. Sunday will be similarly dry but with slightly weaker winds and from out of the south. 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 grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans.