Full Notification

The National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for gusty winds and low relative humidity, which is in for Athens County from 11AM until 8PM, Friday, 4/13/2018.

• Winds - Southwest 10 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph.

• Timing – 11AM today through 8PM

• Relative Humidity - As low as 22 percent.

• Temperatures - In the upper 70s to near 80.

• Impacts - Fires that develop will spread rapidly.  Outdoor burning is not permitted.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS; A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds low relative humidity and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.