Special Weather Statement

3/20/2024 10:06 EDT through 3/20/2024 19:00 EDT

Special Weather Statement issued March 20 at 10:06AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ

The combination of low relative humidity values between 25 and 35 percent, west/southwest winds around 20 mph gusting up to 30 mph and dry fuels will increase the potential for the spread of wildfires today.

Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential ignition source including machinery... cigarettes...and matches.

Be sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses and tree litter that ignite will have the potential to spread quickly.

Sender:  National Weather Service - Mount Holly NJ

Sent:  3/20/2024 10:06 EDT