Special Weather Statement

Locations Affected

Albany, NY ∙ Schenectady, NY ∙ Troy, NY ∙ Earlton, NY ∙ Menands, NY ∙ East Nassau, NY ∙ Crown Heights, NY ∙ Halcott, NY ∙ Hensonville, NY ∙ Bloomington, NY

Full Alert Message

Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Albany NY 357 AM EDT Mon May 4 2026 ...ELEVATED RISK FOR FIRE SPREAD TODAY... The combination of drying fine fuels, southwest wind gusts as high as 25 to 35 mph, and relative humidity values as low as 35 percent will lead to an elevated risk of fire spread today for the Mid-Hudson Valley, eastern Catskills, Taconics, and Greater Capital District, mainly during the afternoon hours. As a reminder, the annual statewide burn ban remains in effect until May 14. No burn permits are issued. Use extra caution if handling any potential ignition sources such as machinery or matches and ensure to properly extinguish or dispose of cigarette butts. Please refer to the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation website for more information on burn restrictions.

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