Active Weather Alerts
Red Flag Warning
Issued: 12:00 PM Nov. 5, 2025 – National Weather Service
...RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO 6 PM EST THIS EVENING DUE TO A COMBINATION OF GUSTY WINDS, DRY FUELS, AND LOW RELATIVE HUMIDITY FOR THE SHENANDOAH VALLEY AND THE EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA PANHANDLE... * TIMING...From 11 AM this morning to 6 PM EST this evening. * WINDS...Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 40 mph for most areas, with gusts to 50 mph on the ridgetops. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 20 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended. * FUEL MOISTURE...8 to 9 percent PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. &&
Special Weather Statement
Issued: 9:02 AM Nov. 5, 2025 – National Weather Service
...ELEVATED FIRE DANGER TODAY FOR EASTERN WEST VIRGINIA, PORTIONS OF WESTERN MARYLAND, AND MUCH OF CENTRAL AND NORTHWEST VIRGINIA... The combination of 10 hour fuel moistures around 10 percent, relative humidities around 25 to 30 percent, wind gusts around 20-30 mph, and high temperatures in the upper 60s to low 70s will lead to an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires today. This will be preceded by a night of very poor recoveries, which will enhance dry conditions across the area, especially in the higher elevations. Residents and visitors are 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. Lastly, remember to obey local burn bans. For more information about wildfire danger, burn restrictions, and wildfire prevention and education, please visit your state forestry on environmental protection website. For West Virginia, visit www.wvforestry.com For Maryland, visit dnr.maryland.gov For Virginia, visit dof.virginia.gov
Wind Advisory
Issued: 7:53 AM Nov. 5, 2025 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 1 AM EST THURSDAY... * WHAT...West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of western Maryland, central, northwest, and western Virginia, and eastern West Virginia. * WHEN...From 1 PM this afternoon to 1 AM EST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. &&
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