Special Weather Statement
Status
Issued Active alertStart Time
Sun 03/22/2026 09:50 AM EDTEnd Time
Sun 03/22/2026 07:00 PM EDTImpacts
Informational
Locations Affected
Washington, DC ∙ Alexandria, VA ∙ Gaithersburg, MD ∙ Rockville, MD ∙ Frederick, MD ∙ Bowie, MD ∙ Harrisonburg, VA ∙ Four Corners, MD ∙ Middleburg, VA ∙ Landover, MDFull Alert Message
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Baltimore MD/Washington DC 950 AM EDT Sun Mar 22 2026 ...ELEVATED FIRE DANGER FOR NORTHERN AND CENTRAL VIRGINIA, WASHINGTON DC, THE EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA PANHANDLE, AND PORTIONS OF CENTRAL AND WESTERN MARYLAND TODAY... The combination of dry fine fuels, relative humidities around 20 to 30 percent, southerly wind gusts around 20 to 25 mph, and temperatures in the 80s will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires today. 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. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry or environmental protection website. For West Virginia, visit www.wvforestry.com. For Maryland, visit dnr.maryland.gov. For Virginia, visit dof.virginia.gov.
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