Manteo, NC Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...INCREASED FIRE DANGER SATURDAY AND SUNDAY ACROSS ALL OF
EASTERN NORTH CAROLINA...

Abnormally dry fuel conditions further exacerbated by Highs
reaching well into the 90s inland, low relative humidity (lowest
away from the immediate coast), and strengthening southwest winds
gusting to 15-20mph in the afternoon will lead to increased fire
danger Saturday, and most likely again on Sunday.

Fire fuels could easily ignite and spread rapidly in these
conditions. Residents and visitors to the area are urged to
properly dispose of cigarette butts, matches, and any other
flammable items in appropriate containers. Exercise caution if
operating any equipment that could create sparks, and keep
vehicles off dry leaves and grass.

Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether
you can burn. If you do, you are advised to use extreme caution.