Georgia Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/17/2026 23:24

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 2:24AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 17, 2026 - 11:24pm
Expires: 
April 18, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description: 
Relative humidity values will fall below 35 percent this afternoon across northeast Georgia. Breezy wind gusts from 15 to 20 mph can also be expected this afternoon. Low relative humidity, breezy winds, very low fuel moisture, and ongoing drought will allow any fires that develop to spread quickly. Refer to your local burn permitting authority regarding whether you may burn outdoors.
Area Description: 
Rabun; Habersham; Stephens; Franklin; Hart; Elbert
Forcast Office: 
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC