Monday March, 9 2020

Nature: Special Weather Statement – Enhanced Threat for Fire Spread

Special Weather Statement

Until Monday, March 9, 2020 @ 7:00 PM EDT

… Enhanced Threat for Fire Spread This Afternoon… 

The Minimum Relative Humidity value this afternoon will be 15 to 25 percent, and winds may gust up to 20 mph. 

The combination of low humidity, gusty winds and drying fine fuels will lead to an enhanced threat for fire spread today. 

For more information about wildfire danger, burn restriction, and wildlife prevention and education, please visit state forestry or environmental protection website.

Links for Delaware Department of Agriculture – State Forestry:

• https://agriculture.delaware.gov/forest-service/

• https://agriculture.delaware.gov/forest-service/wildland-fire/