North Carolina Special Weather Statement | Effective 04/14/2026 17:06

Headline: 
Special Weather Statement issued April 14 at 8:06PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event: 
Special Weather Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
April 14, 2026 - 5:06pm
Expires: 
April 15, 2026 - 1:00am
Description: 
The combination of extremely dry fuels, very warm temperatures, gusty southwest winds, and reduced relative humidity will lead to an increased risk of wildfires Wednesday. Most dry grasses, dead leaves, and other tree litter could easily ignite and spread fire quickly. A statewide burn ban issued by the North Carolina Forest Service is currently in place. Open burning of any kind is illegal.
Area Description: 
Pitt; Greene; Beaufort; Duplin; Lenoir; Jones; Pamlico; Northern Craven; Southern Craven; West Carteret; East Carteret; Inland Onslow; Coastal Onslow
Forcast Office: 
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC