Special Weather Statement issued January 28 at 3:09PM EST by NWS Raleigh NC
An increased fire danger remains in effect for the northern and northwest Piedmont until 6 pm this evening. The combination of wind gusts of 20 to 25 mph and relative humidity levels between 20 and 25 percent will make it easier for any fires to escape containment.
The combination of wind gusts between 25 and 35 mph, relative humidity levels of 20 to 25 percent, and dryness across the region, an increased fire danger has been issued for all of central North Carolina Wednesday morning through Wednesday afternoon.
Outdoor burning is discouraged into this evening and on Wednesday.
Please refer to your local burn permitting authority on whether you can burn. If you do burn, use extreme caution and ensure fire suppression equipment is readily available.

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