Georgia Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/19/2026 07:47

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 19 at 10:47AM EDT by NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 19, 2026 - 7:47am
Expires: 
April 19, 2026 - 6:00pm
Description: 
Relative humidity values will fall below 25 percent this afternoon across northeast Georgia. Breezy winds with gusts up to 25 mph are also expected. Low relative humidity, breezy winds, very low fuel moisture, and ongoing drought will allow any fires that develop to spread quickly. If you live in Northeast Georgia, refer to your local burn permitting authority regarding whether you may burn outdoors.
Area Description: 
Stephens; Franklin; Hart; Elbert
Forcast Office: 
NWS Greenville-Spartanburg SC