Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Syracuse, NY ∙ Utica, NY ∙ Chadwicks, NY ∙ Breesport, NY ∙ West End, NY ∙ Etna, NY ∙ Kortright, NY ∙ Endwell, NY ∙ De Lancey, NY ∙ East Pharsalia, NY

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Binghamton NY 320 AM EDT Tue Apr 23 2024 ...FIRE WEATHER CONCERNS ACROSS CENTRAL NEW YORK TODAY... Dry conditions with gusty winds are expected across the region today. Minimum relative humidity values will drop as low as 20 percent in some areas with south to southwest wind gusts of 20 to 30 mph during the afternoon. Although this Spring has been wet, fine fuels such as dead grass and leaf litter will quickly dry out in these conditions. If any fires were to start, the windy and dry weather will increase the risk of wildfire spread, making it difficult to contain. The annual statewide burn ban is in effect until May 14th. No burn permits are issued.

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