Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Lancaster, PA ∙ Dillsburg, PA ∙ Grantley, PA ∙ Felton, PA ∙ Avon, PA ∙ New Providence, PA ∙ Goodville, PA ∙ Newtown, PA ∙ Mahanoy City, PA ∙ Mount Joy, PA

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service State College PA 439 AM EDT Wed Apr 30 2025 A combination of dry and windy conditions this afternoon will create an elevated risk of wildfire spread across southeast Pennsylvania. Minimum relative humidity values will range from 15 to 25 percent accompanied by wind gusts between 10 and 20 mph. Residents are urged to exercise caution if handling any potential ignition sources, such as machinery, cigarettes, or matches. If dry grasses and tree litter begin to burn, the fire will have the potential to spread rapidly. For more information about wildfire danger and wildfire prevention and education, please visit the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources website at http://dcnr.pa.gov/Communities/Wildfire.

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