Gaston, NC Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...Increased Fire Danger for Portions of Interior Northeast North
Carolina from 11 AM to 7 PM EDT...

The combination of relative humidity values of around 40 percent,
dry fine fuels, ongoing moderate to severe drought, and wind
gusts up to 20 mph will result in an increased risk for the rapid
spread of wildfires today across portions of interior northeast
North Carolina west of the Chowan River.

Everyone is urged to properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches,
and any other flammable items in appropriate containers. Additionally,
exercise caution if operating any equipment that could create sparks,
and keep vehicles off of dry grass. Most dry grasses, dead leaves,
and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly.

A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service
is currently in place. All open burning is prohibited until
further notice.