Headline:
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 6:18AM EDT by NWS Wilmington NC
Event:
Special Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 16, 2026 - 3:18am
Expires:
April 16, 2026 - 4:00pm
Description:
The combination of dry fuels, low relative humidity, and gusty
winds will lead to increased fire danger today. Relative
humidity values will drop to 30 to 35 percent, accompanied by
south-southwest winds of 10 to 15 mph with gusts to 25 mph.
Instruction:
Please refer to your local burn permitting authorities on whether
you can burn. If you do, you are advised to use extreme caution.
Area Description:
Robeson; Bladen; Columbus; Inland Pender; Coastal Pender; Inland New Hanover; Coastal New Hanover; Inland Brunswick; Coastal Brunswick
Forcast Office:
NWS Wilmington NC
Sender: