Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Springfield, MA ∙ Worcester, MA ∙ Lowell, MA ∙ Lawrence, MA ∙ Haverhill, MA ∙ Chicopee, MA ∙ Rowe, MA ∙ Whately, MA ∙ Millers Falls, MA ∙ Gilbertville, MA

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Boston/Norton MA 415 PM EDT Thu Sep 18 2025 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD FRIDAY AFTERNOON... Northwest winds with gusts 20-25 mph combined with minimum relative humidity values between 39 to 45 percent, a prolonged period of dry weather, and dry fuels will result in elevated fire weather conditions Friday afternoon. Exercise caution handling any potential ignition sources, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Any fires that ignite will have potential to spread quickly. This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state fire and land management officials.

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