Stem, NC Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...INCREASED FIRE DANGER FROM NOON TO 8 PM TODAY ACROSS MOST OF
THE NORTHERN AND WESTERN PIEDMONT AS WELL AS THE WESTERN SANDHILLS
OF NORTH CAROLINA...

The combination of low relative humidity values of 25 to 30
percent, periodic gusts up to 20 to 30 mph, and dry fuels will
lead to an increased fire danger today over northern and western
portions of central North Carolina.

Dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily
ignite and spread fire quickly. People in this 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 of dry leaves and grass.

A burn ban remains in place for Forsyth, Guilford, Davidson,
Randolph, Alamance, Chatham, Stanly, Montgomery, Moore, and Anson
counties. Open burning of any kind is illegal.