Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Philadelphia, PA ∙ Allentown, PA ∙ Reading, PA ∙ Bethlehem, PA ∙ Mertztown, PA ∙ Riegelsville, PA ∙ Skytop, PA ∙ Pottstown, PA ∙ Spring City, PA ∙ Spring Mount, PA

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Mount Holly NJ 353 AM EDT Sat Apr 11 2026 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD TODAY... There is an elevated risk for fire spread today across southeastern Pennsylvania. Minimum relative humidity values will drop to around 25 to 35 percent this afternoon. This will be accompanied by northwesterly winds with gusts up to 20-25 MPH. These conditions, along with the continued drying of fine fuels, could support the rapid spread of any fires that ignite, which could quickly become difficult to control. Conditions improve during the evening as the wind diminishes and the relative humidity increases. Outdoor burning is strongly discouraged. Be sure to properly extinguish or dispose of any potential ignition sources, including smoking materials such as cigarette butts. This forecast considers meteorological, fuel, and land conditions and has been developed in coordination with state fire officials.

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