North Carolina Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/19/2026 14:00
Public safety alert, emergency alert, and weather alert<br />
Description:<br />
The combination of low relative humidity values in the 20 to 30<br />
percent range, dry fuels, and gusty northwest winds will result<br />
in an increased risk for the rapid spread of wildfires across much<br />
of northeast North Carolina Monday afternoon.
Residents are urged to exercise caution handling any potential<br />
ignition source, including machinery, cigarettes, and matches. Be<br />
sure to properly discard all smoking materials. Any dry grasses<br />