Connecticut, Massachusetts Special Weather Statement | Effective 05/04/2026 23:30

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued May 5 at 2:30AM EDT by NWS Albany NY
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
May 4, 2026 - 11:30pm
Expires: 
May 5, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description: 
The combination of southwest winds gusting to 25 to 35 mph, relative humidity as low as 35 to 40 percent, and a lack of significant rainfall over the past few days will lead to an elevated fire weather potential this afternoon.
Area Description: 
Northern Litchfield; Southern Litchfield; Northern Berkshire; Southern Berkshire
Forcast Office: 
NWS Albany NY