Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 28 at 6:59AM EDT by NWS Gray ME
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 28, 2026 - 3:59am
Expires:
April 28, 2026 - 5:00pm
Description:
A very dry air mass and breezy conditions will combine with dead
and dry fuels such as grass, leaves, and twigs to create the
potential for uncontrolled fire spread across the coast to the
foothills today. This afternoon, relative humidity values will
decrease to low levels between 20 to 25 percent. At the same
time, southeast winds between 10 to 15 mph with frequent gusts to
20 mph will continue to dry fuels and increase fire spread
potential. Wind gusts are expected to diminish later this evening
with increasing relative humidity values.
Extra caution should be taken to prevent wildfires. Always consult
with fire officials before engaging in any open burning
activities and comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Never leave an open fire unattended and always extinguish
campfires completely before leaving.
Area Description:
Southern Oxford; Southern Franklin; Southern Somerset; Interior York; Central Interior Cumberland; Androscoggin; Kennebec; Interior Waldo; Coastal York; Coastal Cumberland; Sagadahoc; Lincoln; Knox; Coastal Waldo; Interior Cumberland Highlands
Forcast Office:
NWS Gray ME
Sender: