Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Lancaster, PA ∙ Englewood, PA ∙ Barnesville, PA ∙ Fernville, PA ∙ Marietta, PA ∙ Conestoga, PA ∙ Schoeneck, PA ∙ Bear Mountain, PA ∙ Numidia, PA ∙ Washington Boro, PA

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service State College PA 834 AM EDT Thu Apr 23 2026 ...ELEVATED RISK OF WILDFIRE SPREAD THIS AFTERNOON... A combination of dry and windy conditions this afternoon will create an elevated risk of wildfire spread across eastern Pennsylvania, especially east of US-15. Minimum relative humidity values will range from 25 to 35 percent accompanied by wind gusts between 15 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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